What flue liner do I need for a log burner?

We recommend 316-grade chimney liner for stoves that will be used for burning seasoned wood and occasional use of smokeless coal. We recommend 904-grade chimney liner for stoves burning a mix of seasoned wood and smokeless coal or smokeless coal on its own.

How much does it cost to reline a flue?

Cost to Reline or Replace a Chimney Liner Relining or replacing typically costs $2,500 to $5,000. A key factor in that cost is whether you need to remove the original liner. Many old chimneys are lined with clay and are cracked throughout.

How much does it cost to have a flue liner fitted UK?

The average cost of just supplying the liner will be between £50 – £150 per metre and the rest will be the labour. It can take between 1 and 3 days to install a chimney liner depending on the complexity and the average cost of the tradesman will range between £180 – £250 per day.

What’s the difference between 316 and 904 flue liner?

The 316 liner is suitable for most domestic wood burning stoves, whereas, the 904 is a higher grade liner, which is thicker and more resilient than the 316 and is suitable for multifuel appliances, the use of smokeless fuels and for boiler stoves, due to the slightly higher production of acidic condensates when burning …

Can you reduce a 6 inch flue to 5 inch?

If you want to burn wood in an appliance that has a 5-inch outlet, you will need to install a 6-inch flue liner. There are a range of flue adaptors that will allow you to do that. You can step up in size as required, but you can’t step down.

Do all log burners need a flue?

Pretty much all log burners perform better with the help of a flue liner – you will experience less issues with draw, drafts, lighting your fire and keeping a good burn going. So, while you can install a log burner without a flue liner, it is best not to.

How long do flue liners last?

15 to 20 years
Average Lifespan of Chimney Liners The average lifespan of a chimney liner is 15 to 20 years. After two decades you will probably need to get the entire liner replaced to make sure it’s still up to code and not a serious fire risk.

Can I install a flue liner yourself?

Can I fit a flue liner / chimney system / stove myself? Yes. Installing a flexible chimney liner or complete twinwall system is a larger job and may involve ladders or scaffolding if external access to your roof is needed but is still technically straightforward.

How long will a flexible flue liner last?

The average lifespan of a chimney liner is 15 to 20 years. After two decades you will probably need to get the entire liner replaced to make sure it’s still up to code and not a serious fire risk.

Does Smokeless Coal ruin flue liners?

Burning mixed Wood, Coal and Smokeless fuel can seriously damage your flue liner. Many of us now have modern multi-fuel stoves installed in our homes. The name ‘Multi-fuel’ suggests that these types of appliances can burn many different fuels including wood, coal or smokeless fuel.

Can I Reducing 8 inch stove pipe to 6-inch?

Either the design or the capacity of the stove is such that a 6″ will not removes the exhaust in a timely fashion. So, if you reduce an eight inch to a six inch, you are asking for trouble.

Which is the best flue liner for a stove?

This premium quality, complete flexible chimney liner kit comprises of everything you need to fit with a wood burning or multi-fuel stove. Available in various diameters and lengths to suit all stoves and chimney types, we consider this the best flue liner available with up to a 30 year guarantee.

Where can I get a flue liner kit?

If you are looking for flue kits for log burners, chimney liner kits or stove flue kits, we can help. Fluesupplies.com is the UK’s leading supplier of flue products for log burning stoves , multi fuel stoves, gas fires, open fires and commercial boilers.

What kind of flue do you use for a log burner?

Cowls, terminals, flashings, register plates, flue boxes, installation materials. Twin Wall Flue by Flue Direct, the leading UK supplier of HETAS approved flues; twin wall flue pipe, flexible flue liner and all other flue products for log burners, multi fuel stoves, wood burning stoves, fires, commercial and biomass boilers.

Do you need a chimney liner for a log burner?

There are many types of log burner flue available and it can often be difficult to know what to look for. In most cases, you will need a chimney liner for a wood burner. These are easy to install, especially if your chimney stack has any kinks or bends.