Dimensions
195 x 253 x 15mm
Fireplaces, Chimneys and Stoves provides essential information for anyone who is considering re-opening a chimney, or who has chimney problems or who wishes to make an informed decision about the selection and installation of a new fireplace or stove. Topics covered: · Safety, the need for correct ventilation and the danger of carbon monoxide poisoning · Using electricity, gas, oil, wood or solid fuels · Closed and open appliances, inset and freestanding installations, and making the correct choice · Chimney design, regulations, standards and choosing the ?right' chimney · The refurbishment and repair of flues, bedding-in chimney post and re-pointing chimney stacks · Surveying, testing and commissioning chimneys and their subsequent care and maintenance AUTHOR: Michael Waumsley started work as a design apprentice with a leading solid-fuel appliance manufacturer and in 1982 joined the Solid Fuel Advisory Service. In 1989 he moved to British Coal and became National Technical Manager. Michael holds a MBA and runs his own consultancy company providing authoritative technical services. colour throughout
