How high do I need my Flue?
The minimum flue height as specified in the standard AS/NZ 2918 is not less than 4.6 metres from the top of the floor protector – for solid fuel heaters. The presence of adjacent tall trees or buildings may mean that…
The minimum flue height as specified in the standard AS/NZ 2918 is not less than 4.6 metres from the top of the floor protector – for solid fuel heaters. The presence of adjacent tall trees or buildings may mean that…
There are a number of reasons why a fire may smoke into the room. Check the following points before contacting your local Warmington retailer: The chimney may need to be cleaned. If the chimney has been swept and the fire…
We often hear the complaint that someone has a ’bad’ stove or fireplace because it smokes into the house. In our experience however, draft problems are almost never caused by the fireplace or appliance, and in fact 75% can usually…
Wood Quality: Wet wood can cause the fire to smoke as the moisture produces more smoke than the flue can extract. The flue system needs to be hot to extract the smoke correctly. Softwood (pine, redwood, douglas fir) is good for…
Warmington fires have been tested to burn wood only. Burning coal will produce black smoke which is damaging to the environment and can burn very hot which can damage the firebox, in extreme cases.
For more information and tips on wood burning fires, download our Maintenance and Operating Instructions here.
It is important that outside air is available for the fire to burn properly. New homes with double glazing and airtight windows, often starve the fires from oxygen, especially when an extractor fan or HRV system is in use. This…
The damper is used to control the airflow into the firebox. By opening and closing the damper, you have some level of control regarding how fast and hot a fire burns. This keeps your house at optimal temperatures, and your…