Stove Flue Pipe Clearance From Non Combustible

[dallir]

Hi all,

I wanted to install a multi fuel stove into an unlined chimney flue which has been tested by a chimney sweep to be sound. However, when I place the stove the recommended min clearance of 76mm from the backwall, the 5" pipe will be a matter of 5 or 6 centimetres from the inside of the front ewall of the chimney breast which is brick. From my understanding it would need to be at least 19.1cm from non combustible material. Does anyone have any suggestions of a way around this?

Many thanks in advance

 

[Terry7556]

dallir i think this would be better off asked about in plumbing/heating section.there are more experienced lads in there to assist.
why can you not move the stove back another 14mm to get the clearance you require at the front, is that not possible or dont the manufacturers instructions allow this

 

[Karis]

Installing a stove is controlled building work, are you HETAS registered & qualified to do this work? Even if the flue is reported sound (currently & presumably an open fire), closed stoves are completely different & it would be unwise to install a multi-fuel stove without an insulated flue liner, you will seriously affect the stove efficiency & how long your brick chimney will last before it's destroyed by sulphuric acid!

You can DIY an open fire or stove install but you need to understand what your doing, the relevant Building Regs (which changed in October 2010), submit a Building Notice & pay a fee. Your LABC will inspect. Assuming everything is OK, they will issue a compliance certificate but the BI may want to witness smoke & spillage tests. No compliance certificate may lead to difficulties when you come to sell your property; if you cannot produce a compliance certificate in the event of a problem, your insurance company may invalidate your policy & reject any claim.