Typical Fixing Procedures
A - Proud Fitting
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Simply blank off fireplace opening with steel plate cut to suit; rubble infill to approximately 10" high with mortar cap. Stove slides out for soot extraction. |
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Pro: Stove Radiates well ; cheap and easy to fit. |
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Con: Stove takes up space in the room. Stove may require to be designed to fit. |
B - Proud Fitting
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Flue pipe inserted into chimney at appropriate height; chimney plated off just below entry; soot extraction through access in the flue pipe. |
Pro: Great radiation , including flue pipe. Suitable for exposed stone walls. Flue cut to suit. |
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Con: May mean disturbing chimney breast. |
C - Recessed Fitting
Fireplace excavated to original opening size; 3' square recommended; steel register plate made to suit from template; soot extraction through incorporated access plate. |
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Pro: Excellent use of space. Wall acts as heat sink. |
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Con: Walls soak up lots of heat so a larger stove may be required; can be more labour intensive excavating old fireplace. |
D - Chimney Lining
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With stainless steel multi-fuel liner; 150mm diameter liner straight from chimney head to stove. Flue on stove extended to above lintel for appearance and to absorb 'thermal shock'. |
Pro: Excellent use of space. Wall acts as heat sink. Quick and Easy to clean with an excellent draw |
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Con: Cost of liner. |
