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We're in the process of reinstating that original fireplace. I have chipped back the plaster to bare brick and so far everything has gone ok. The chimney looks full of dust and twigs. I can see a concrete lintel at the top and it's clear to see where it was originally bricked up. Would the...

So, I have hydroscopic salt penetration in the following locations: 1) Top of chimney breast - a 30cm section running from the top of the coving downwards. 2) Corner of the lounge above the coving in isolated area. 3) Kitchen - above a side window. I just want to look into my...

Hi, The chimney stack in my lounge seems to have moisture appearing right at the top of the of it. It also happens occasionally in the kitchen at the same height. The strange thing is is that it only happens when we turn the heating on. We can have a really heavy down pour for five/six...