DIY Insert Install Q's

[profdlp]

Looks great - nice job!

(And I envy you for getting it done in an hour.)

 

[Riteway]

Don't be afraid to bust out some of those rear firebricks, if you need the liner to come down at less of an angle to connect to your insert. The firebricks aren't structural. A cold chisel on the mortar joints should pop those right out.

 

[lawn717]

Don't be afraid to bust out some of those rear firebricks, if you need the liner to come down at less of an angle to connect to your insert. The firebricks aren't structural. A cold chisel on the mortar joints should pop those right out.

Going to try to avoid that if I can, but definitely crossed my mind. Thank you!

 

[Solarguy3500]

Going to try to avoid that if I can, but definitely crossed my mind. Thank you!

I removed a couple rows of them on my fireplace to make room. I was able to borrow a large hammer drill with a flat chisel bit from work and made short work of it.

I know, in your mind you really don't want to, but @Riteway is correct. They're not structural so as long as there are 2 layers of regular brick behind them, you should be fine.

My understanding is they are only there to contain an open fire as you would have in a traditional fireplace, but with an insert the fire is contained in the stove.

 

[EbS-P]

Going to try to avoid that if I can, but definitely crossed my mind. Thank you!

I knocked the top row out and reset further back.

 

[lawn717]

Finished the block off plate and install yesterday. Ended up needing a 15 degree elbow. Nearly complete!

 

[EbS-P]

Very nice

 

[lawn717]

A couple small burns already but nothing crazy. Had my doubts about it all coming together. Sure is enjoyable, and nice that the wife loves it as well!

Thank you, everyone!!

 

[begreen]

Looks great. Yule be having a warm holiday!