A masonry chimney is generally considered the traditional type of chimney, as opposed to modern ones that are built with metal. If you’ve wondered how it works, read on as Chimney Doctors takes an under-the-hood look at its parts.
It’s easy to think of the chimney as “the part that expels all the smoke,” or “the part that pokes through the roof”. While both statements are true, chimneys are far more complex, and can be considered as a structure that’s distinct from the fireplace.
The fireplace is the lower half that generates heat. The outermost part is covered by a decorative mantle, which typically has a shelf where decorations, particularly for the holidays, are hung. Underneath it are the following parts:
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