Gas stove chimney liner
There are many types and sizes of liners available on the market. Make sure you take every factor into consideration before purchasing any liner kit.
Chimney and Appliances
If you own an old chimney, it may or may not have a liner.
Liner kit type
Liners can be made out of clay tiles, stainless steel or cast-in-place concrete. Clay tile liners are the most impractical of them all, because you need to break through the masonry. A complex but durable choice is the cast-in-place liner and must be installed by a licensed contractor. The stainless steel liner is easy to install and includes either a rigid or a flexible chimney liner, depending on your needs. The liner from the kit must fit exactly your chimney. If possible, insulate the gap between the flue liner and the chimney walls. This way no heat is lost, and creosote is less likely to develop.
Tools and materials needed
If you want to install a stainless steel flue liner, you will need:
- a chimney cap
- a top plate
- pipe or liner
- a bottom cap
- removable snout or tee connector
- installation instructions
- tape measure
- hack saw
- utility knife
- rope
- screwdriver
- silicone sealant
You will need someone to assist you to position and seal the liner.