Diy Chimney Plug

Even if you have an unusual construction the fireplace plug can be successfully installed in less than 2 minutes.

Diy chimney plug.

The large fireplace plug is an inflatable urethane plug measuring 38 x 16. What most people seem to do in this situation is install a chimney plug or balloon. The fireplace plug can be adapted to work in almost all fireplaces. Its snug fit ensures that this diy draft stopper stands in the fireplace and effectively plugs any potential air leaks.

It is quickly and easily installed in the fireplace just below the damper level. Leave just the end of the material hanging down to be able to pull it down when you need to. I double bagged the insulation as the inside of the chimney is quite rough. The balloon is inserted into your chimney and then you blow it up until it fits snugly in the space thereby blocking the air flow.

Rigid foam insulation 4 x 4 pegboard or masonite tape measure edge cushion edge bumpers in the baby proofing aisle ear muffs or ear plugs eye protection caulk gun construction adhesive utility knife pencil kreg jig speed square optional pocket hole screws circular saw with kreg rip cut or. Once it s dry and gently lodged in place the living space gains a stunning. The idea is to put the bag far enough up the chimney that you can t see it.