I would like to fit an inset non boiler stove, the one I chose will fit snug to the fireback and no chimney flue liner is required ( to manufacturers specs that ), my problem is the fireplace hood is cast iron and part of the fireplace surround, on most chimneys the fireplace hood is detachable which makes installation of the inset stove a snip of a job.
Short of pulling the fireplace apart and cutting the hood from it's face and then refitting it seems I'm stuffed.
I've had two installers look at it and both say change the fireplace, cost €400 - €450, when a stove and installation is added it becomes cost prohibitive.
Anybody here encounter that issue..?
Short of pulling the fireplace apart and cutting the hood from it's face and then refitting it seems I'm stuffed.
I've had two installers look at it and both say change the fireplace, cost €400 - €450, when a stove and installation is added it becomes cost prohibitive.
Anybody here encounter that issue..?