What if you buy a Chimney Balloon that is too big?

What if you buy a Chimney Balloon that is too big?

Chimney Balloon too big Q: Jason - According to the attached picture do you think I bought a Chimney Pillow that is too big? - GJ A: GJ, You absolutely bought a Chimney Balloon that was too big. I would say it is at least 6" too big in 2 dimensions by the look of it....

How do I remove a fireplace damper?

How do I remove a fireplace damper?

Plasma cutter Q: Jason, How do I remove an old fireplace damper? I am putting in a stainless steel chimney liner tube for protection and I need to remove the damper... - JB A: JB, The lowest tech way would be to use a Sawzall. But, Using a Sawzall will be a certain...

DIY – Build Your Own Solar Garage Heater

DIY – Build Your Own Solar Garage Heater

Solar space heater I learned of this Do it yourself method of how to make a solar-powered outbuilding or garage heater through The Energy Blog (by Jim Fraser). With some simple ingenuity and a list of needed materials and tools from the website BuiltItSolar.com even...

Article on how to pick quality fireplace accessories

Here is an article on Fireplace accessories and how to identify a quality fireplace accessory like a poker set or fireplace screen or doors. http://fireplacemantel.4houseandgarden.com/fireplace-accessories-for-every-household/ Here is an excerpt from the article: "Two...

Do you liquidate used Chimney Balloons on Ebay?

Do you liquidate used Chimney Balloons on Ebay?

Ebay Chimney Balloon Q: Jason - I read in the Chimney Balloon USA blog that you liquidate your "like new" Chimney Balloons on eBay a couple of times per year. I would like to know when you do that. -GG A: GG - This is not information that we circulate a lot, but yes...

Should i put in a fireplace insert?

Should i put in a fireplace insert?

Bad Insert Q: Jason - The wife is interested in getting a wood burning insert for the fireplace. We're regular users of our fireplace and keep a supply of inexpensive hardwoods around. With upcoming increases in electricity costs around here, we thought it was about...

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