- Nov 27, 2012
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Question:
I want to put a wood burning fireplace in my basement. I took out an old boiler which was vented to a masonry chimney approx. 8-10 inches in diameter. Can I use this old chimney which runs up through the walls and above the roof to vent a wood burning fireplace? If not, due you have any suggestions or alternatives?
Thanks for your time and consideration.
Answer:
Chances are that you can use the chimney IF:
you install a freestanding fireplace or wood stove which requires the same size or smaller diameter chimney.
DO NOT TRY TO:
Install a masonry fireplace or pre-fab zero clearance fireplace into this chimney
ALSO: Make certain the chimney has a terra cotta (tile) liner...if not, you can line it with a stainless steel pipe.
Hope that helps.
I want to put a wood burning fireplace in my basement. I took out an old boiler which was vented to a masonry chimney approx. 8-10 inches in diameter. Can I use this old chimney which runs up through the walls and above the roof to vent a wood burning fireplace? If not, due you have any suggestions or alternatives?
Thanks for your time and consideration.
Answer:
Chances are that you can use the chimney IF:
you install a freestanding fireplace or wood stove which requires the same size or smaller diameter chimney.
DO NOT TRY TO:
Install a masonry fireplace or pre-fab zero clearance fireplace into this chimney
ALSO: Make certain the chimney has a terra cotta (tile) liner...if not, you can line it with a stainless steel pipe.
Hope that helps.
