Diy Chimney Plug

I double bagged the insulation as the inside of the chimney is quite rough.

Diy chimney plug. 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. Here s what one looks like. The missus was worried about ventilation and it is important there is some air flow in the chimney. 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.

The idea is to put the bag far enough up the chimney that you can t see it. 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. Once it s dry and gently lodged in place the living space gains a stunning.

What most people seem to do in this situation is install a chimney plug or balloon. Leave just the end of the material hanging down to be able to pull it down when you need to. The fireplace plug can be adapted to work in almost all fireplaces.