Just wondering if anyone uses a chimney baloon/pillow to minimise cold drafts from a fireplace not in use?
I have a gasfire in my sitting room that i turn on occasionally but the remainder of the time there is a nasty draft coming down the chimney. I would like to minimise the draft using a chimney baloon etc but i believe there are building regulations that specify all vents and fireplaces should remain open at all times. If you install a chimney baloon does this have any impact on your house insurance? The balloon would only be used whenever the gas fire was not in use.
Some options to conserve energy:
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I have a gasfire in my sitting room that i turn on occasionally but the remainder of the time there is a nasty draft coming down the chimney. I would like to minimise the draft using a chimney baloon etc but i believe there are building regulations that specify all vents and fireplaces should remain open at all times. If you install a chimney baloon does this have any impact on your house insurance? The balloon would only be used whenever the gas fire was not in use.
Some options to conserve energy:
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