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    Can a false chimney add to unwanted sound transmission

    A false chimney is needed to raise the outlet to a 7-8 feet height, as in my original post. My concern is that noise might be transmitted via the wall from upstairs, amplified by the void and therefore be more of an issue for my flat. I wasn’t thinking of the gas fire producing troublesome noise.
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    Can a false chimney add to unwanted sound transmission

    I understand it to be a standard balanced flue as produced by Gasco for a Riva2. This may not help , but as a non technical person, it is all I can add. My thinking, perhaps incorrect, was that any problem with noise transmission was more likely to be caused by the void created by the false...
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    Can a false chimney add to unwanted sound transmission

    Very helpful, thanks. It is difficult to know what thread is most appropriate for this question. I would ask where you think I should put it, but wouldn’t want to feed you such a predictable opportunity.I don’t think gas safe regulations are relevant, though of course, important.
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    Can a false chimney add to unwanted sound transmission

    I am considering having a false chimney built to allow me to have a balanced flue type of gas fire installed with the flue exiting outside at 7 - 8 feet height. This is necessary as the exit cannot be at floor level due to the passageway being too narrow and my current chimney does not comply...
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    UV protecting film for windows

    Hi All, I have seen advertised film which can be applied to the inside of windows to limit uv light penetration. Has anyone out there tried this and if so has it done the job - I am currently having issues with a red sofa starting to fade and would like to limit the damage. I saw a thread...
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    Alternative to Carpetworld carpets

    Hi. I wonder if anyone knows of alternative names used by other suppliers for the following Carpetworld products. 1. Outback twist OB/330 2. Revolution Fawn 75 Many thanks, Roxy
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    sound proofing

    Hi, You may already have resolved your prob, but if not I suggest that you use the more dense rockwool, which is billed as having acoustic benefits. Ordinary loft insulation does not have any soundproofing credentials, only providing heat insulation. Good luck, Roxy
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    Laying carpet over acoustic products

    Hi, Does anyone out there have experience of laying carpet over acoustic products please ? I have used a product made of two layers of shiny acoustic rubber, between which is a layer of acoustic foam. This has been laid on an upstairs wooden floor and the spec states that carpet can be...
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