Its snug fit ensures that this diy draft stopper stands in the fireplace and effectively plugs any potential air leaks.
Diy chimney plug.
The missus was worried about ventilation and it is important there is some air flow in the chimney.
Even if you have an unusual construction the fireplace plug can be successfully installed in less than 2 minutes.
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.
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.
The large fireplace plug is an inflatable urethane plug measuring 38 x 16.
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.
Here s what one looks like.
The idea is to put the bag far enough up the chimney that you can t see it.