Know your fireplace
What each kind of fireplace and flue needs, in plain words.
Masonry wood fireplace
A traditional fireplace built with bricks or stones.
Factory-built fireplace
A prefabricated fireplace system for modern homes.
Wood stove
A standalone stove for heating with wood fuel.
Gas fireplace or insert
A gas-fueled fireplace that requires minimal maintenance.
Furnace and boiler flue
A ventilation system for expelling gases from heating appliances.