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    Oil inside sealed units

    We bought our house brand new 6 years ago and recently I have noticed what appears to be oil or solvent inside a couple of the double glazing units - see attached photo. At the moment there is no evidence of any internal condensation but I'm wondering if these "oil leaks" indicate failure of the...
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    Awkward flue installation

    I believe the flue for a solid fuel burner needs to extend a certain distance above the roof ridge (in case of a flue fire). Many gas stoves can be installed with balanced flues like normal gas fires or boilers. Quite a few gas stoves are on the market (e.g. have a look at the Stovax Gazco...
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    Awkward flue installation

    Yep, verge I guess, not the eaves. I'm gradually learning the lingo. :D The overhang in our case is 32cm including a plastic edging which I guess can be cut away when the tiles are removed. I'll get a builder for this work but just want to make sure it's possible in principle before I send...
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    Awkward flue installation

    Blagard, thanks very much for the tips. I wasn't aware of this design service and will give it a try.
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    Awkward flue installation

    On quite a few websites I've read that four bends is the recommended maximum. For example here it says... "The direction of the flue should be straight and vertical where possible. Horizontal runs should be avoided and, in any event, must not exceed 300mm in length. Bends should not exceed...
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    Awkward flue installation

    We'd like to install a stove but I'm a bit stuck about how to route the flue. Local installers haven't been very helpful - it seems they've all got more work than they can handle and they don't want difficult jobs. We have a newbuild house which is permanently cold in the winter. I'd like to...
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