how to build a brick chimney breast and flue?

Question

photos of brick flues being built will be best

Answer 1

You have to make sure that it does not exceed 4 meters in height. If you do then you'll need building control. If not then you really need to make sure that it is built in a position not to annoy your neighbours. If you take wind readings for a year or so and determine the average wind direction and place the BBQ so that it does not blow over towards your neighbours then that should be Ok for starters. You then need to make sure that the brick conform the EV 340 standard so they will no explode when they get too hot. The standard is etched on each brick on the bottom face. However before you even start thinking about bricks you need to think about the type of cement used to bond them. Make sure you use water with a slightly acidic PH or else you'll find the bricks will split and crack when they bond to it. I use a ph of 5.7. You can get that by adding some head and shoulders shampoo to the water, just a thimble size mind you. Watch you don't mix it too vigorously or you end up with a load of soap suds. When you start building the BBQ make sure that you use a plastic trowel, I used a metal one once and got struck by lighting and ever since then have used plastic tools. However all this is based on you not cooking rib eye steaks, which as you will probably know contain Enthryomethane which reacts with the EV 340 bricks causing them to dissolve. If you intend to cook rib eye steaks then I suggest you build the entire BBQ out of cardboard, but not just normal cardboard, make sure it's corrigated and blue in colour. However if you go down the cardboard route remember you'll need plenty of stcky tape... Hope this helps

Answer 2

This is no job for rookies. Please, call a pro. That being said, here are just a few tips.

Use the right kind of bricks...you want firebricks, not ordinary ones. Same goes with the mortar, a special mortar MUST be used. Frankly, if you have no brick laying experience or even a limited amount, forget it. This is one place that takes skill. if you leave gaps, this that or the other thing, you could actually wind up killing yourself with carbon monoxide, or burn the place down.
You can buy ready made firebrick liners with a sealing compound to join the pieces, that will solve many problems before you start. other than that, good luck, live long and prosper.

Answer 3

Every building supply store sells gas vent accessories. The pipe is double wall to keep the heat inside the pipe so it will have a draft. The inside is aluminum, so it won't corrode from the sulphur in the gas. Follow the instructions regarding clearance from combustibles and use a thimble where it goes through the ceiling, and use a roof saddle and cap. There should be instructions near the display. If not look online for gas stove vents. The pipe won'r get very hot, but make sure people don't pile clothes against it, It isn't real expensive and will last forever.

Answer 4

You need to submit building regulation or give building notice to do this. You cannot just build one.

So, you'll need drawing from an architect with indemnity insurance. That'll tell you what to do.

Answer 5

im with v-man... too much at stake... i never lost a minute of sleep after putting in a fireplace but i helped on many of them before i went out and built them myself...buy american build union

Answer 6

Hire a Union contractor to do it.

Answer 7

complicated matter. browse into a search engine. that can help!

Answer 8

tricky matter. look at bing and yahoo. that will could actually help!

Answer 9

if you do not know what you are doing.i would not try this.leave
it to the professionals.