Hey Gang- My freestanding BK Ashford sits in an oversized brick fireplace that in on an outside wall. So I am assuming that there is simply two layers of brick between the stove and outside. I plan to use an IR gun this winter and see, but I am assuming I am losing TONS of heat by having this setup. Here are inside and outside pics. I think I would only need to insulate the lower section under the porch? Sorry for the distance, it was the only pic I could find, and its from 13 years ago when the house was just finished.
![[Hearth.com] Insulating Exterior Wall Brick Fireplace](https://www.hearth.com/talk/data/attachments/215/215135-6174d3083ecba99c563ee4b60e79863f.jpg "[Hearth.com] Insulating Exterior Wall Brick Fireplace")
![[Hearth.com] Insulating Exterior Wall Brick Fireplace](https://www.hearth.com/talk/data/attachments/215/215134-4f86da17cc22cacac0c59483f747b5e7.jpg "[Hearth.com] Insulating Exterior Wall Brick Fireplace")
I am thinking of insulating the outside of the brick with some sheet foam and then sheathing and siding to match the house.
Anyone do this or think it would be worth the effort and reduced aesthetics?
I have also considered switching to an insert, however I do not like the way they look as much.
I am thinking of insulating the outside of the brick with some sheet foam and then sheathing and siding to match the house.
Anyone do this or think it would be worth the effort and reduced aesthetics?
I have also considered switching to an insert, however I do not like the way they look as much.
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