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Expert: - 11/9/2007


Question
After demolishing an old chimney I am now re-building the chimney for an open fireplace. At what height do I place the flue gather?

Answer
I am not the best answer here.  There is a great deal of science in designing efficient fire  chambers that draft well and don't dump smoke into the living space.  The draft definitely needs to be higher than fireplace's headered opening.

I did not spend much time but here a few sites that look to have some good information:

Any time I have a brick question I ask one of my brick contractors or use this site: The information here is top notch;  http://www.bia.org/html/frmset_thnt.htm

This one looked fairly good:
http://www.askthebuilder.com/B110_Fireplace_Design_Dimensions.shtml  

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I can answer almost all questions related to the total construction process. My expertise is in commercial construction, though I can field most any residential question. I have hands on experience in concrete, heavy equipment, masonry, all phases of carpentry, interior finishes, and I am fairly strong in mechanical and electrical.

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I have over 20 years experience as a commercial carpenter and commercial construction superintendent. I have another 20 years experience in facility management for a major school district.

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My favorite hobby for he past 12 years has been singing bass in a The OkChorale men's barbershop chorus and the Mature Moments quartet.

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I hold a Bachelor's degree in English and Math. I have completed many continuing education hours in the building trades. I hold a Master Carpenter card from the AGC, Associated General Contractors.

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