Theresa Osby
Fred Jackman Staff answered 4 years ago
A fireplace is a wonderful addition to a home because it allows for heat generation and decoration. Unfortunately, there are some drawbacks to using this method of heating your house. The most obvious drawback being the draft that comes from an open fireplace. To stop fireplace drafts you can purchase devices such as high-efficiency glass doors or gas logs which contain ceramic fiber insulation designed to help prevent air leakage in these areas especially if they’re used with traditional log sets.
They will also reduce creosote buildup on flue surfaces by reducing unburned gases that pass through them into your chimney liner and those nasty clinkers. You may find it necessary to have someone come out and inspect your chimney before purchasing one of these products so their expertise can help you decide what will work best for your fireplace.
– the fireplace is not safe to use during the summer months
– turn off the flue damper when the fire is lit
– purchase high-efficiency glass doors or gas logs that contain ceramic fiber insulation designed to help prevent air leakage in these areas especially if they’re used with traditional log sets.
They will also reduce creosote buildup on flue surfaces by reducing unburned gases that pass through them into your chimney liner and those nasty clinkers. You may find it necessary to have someone come out and inspect your chimney before purchasing one of these products so their expertise can help you decide what will work best for your fireplace.