Hi folks. I'd really appreciate some help with a fireplace insert install. I just ordered a Century insert and have an old fireplace (from around 1940) that has no damper. The flue is just a row of bricks that go all the way across the box with a 3" gap.
My question is, how do I open that up to allow a 6" liner pipe to go through? My first thoughts would be to carefully chisel the mortar around a few bricks and remove them to open up a hole. Or possible use a cutting tool to chip away at the area.
The other thing is there's an ash dump with no door. Do I need to cover that before installing the insert?
Thanks so much
My question is, how do I open that up to allow a 6" liner pipe to go through? My first thoughts would be to carefully chisel the mortar around a few bricks and remove them to open up a hole. Or possible use a cutting tool to chip away at the area.
The other thing is there's an ash dump with no door. Do I need to cover that before installing the insert?
Thanks so much