Diy Chimney Spark Arrestor

If you have an outdoor fire pit you should install a spark arrestor to ensure that no flaming debris flies out of the fire pit becoming an airborne fire hazard.

Diy chimney spark arrestor.

Step 1 prepare the metal cloth. Spark arrestors generally consist of double layers of metal mesh. A chimney cap is installed in order to protect the chimney and flue liner. Lay it out on concrete and use your shoe to tighten up each fold.

Shelter 13 in w x 13 in l black galvanized steel square chimney cap. Caps can be made of copper stainless steel steel or aluminum. For pricing and availability. Diy projects ideas project calculators installation services specials offers.

Adjustable flue guard chimney cap spark arrestor in black model cg3blk 68 32 68 32. Items you will need 1 4 inch wire mesh pliers tape measure wire. By following a few simple steps you can save not only a forest but potentially thousands of homes. Spark arrestor chimney cap.

Gibraltar building products 15 in. For pricing and availability. You must find out the right measurements for the chimney cap before purchasing anything. This is too keep them from landing on the roof or combustible material on the ground to start a fire.

Shelter 9 in w x 13 in l black galvanized steel rectangular chimney cap. Building your own spark arrestor out of common wire found at a hardware store is quite easy to do. Wood stove spark arrestors prevent sparks and embers from exiting the stove pipe of a wood stove helping to prevent accidental fires. Wearing gloves roll out metal cloth and fold a 1 inch seam on all four sides.