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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1978-11-02, Page 28Page 6 Prefab makes fireplace installation an easy job Have you ever wished that you could spend long winter evenings in front of your own cozy, warm fireplace? Now it's easy to stop wishing and start enjoying. New prefabricated, energy -conserving fireplaces are easy to install and eco- nomical too. For only one weekend's work, you can enjoy the pleasures of a fire- place for a lifetime. Easy installation A simple. step-by-step procedure that any experi- enced do-it-yourselfer can follow is offered by Preway, Inc.,' manufacturers of energy conserving, heat cir- culating built-in fireplaces.. In addition to bringing many hours of pleasure, Preway's new Energy Mizer fireplace can help reduce your heating bilis by provid- ing a supplementary source of heat. Rather than steal warm room air for combustion, the innovative Energy Mizer uses outside air for combus- tion, and also re -heats and re -circulates room air for added energy savings. Before beginning. you should determine where. you want the fireplace to be lo- cated. To do this, consider traffic patterns, window and door placement; and existing construction features. Choose location carefully Keep in mind that it's best to select a location where the chimney can .be installed without cutting rafters or ceiling joists. Also remember that the fireplace opening must be kept at least 30" away from a perpendicular wall of combustible material. How- ever, the back. sides and bot- tom of the fireplace can touch combustible, materials with For com,fort and safety be careful around lit hearth The fireplace exudes warmth in a very real sense, and is therefore a natural as an entertaining center. For centuries, families and their guests have gathered around the hearth of an evening. chatting and enjoying each other'scompany till bedtime. Today, with the re- surgence of interest in work- ing fireplaces, all of this is possible once again. In city apartments. as well as com- fortable country places, fireplacesthat have been long bricked up are being opened and rendered usable, and fireplaces are being in- stalled for the first time where none were before. Of course. there are some rules to observe when using a fireplace. to ensure both the maximum in pleasure and the' maximum in safety. First, make sure the flue is open before lighting fire and, once open, that it is not blocked up in any way. If it is open and clear. you should be able to feel a draught com- ing down it. When you build your fire. direct your logs toward the flue to allow for easy escape of smoke. - Be sure to build your fire as far back in your fireplace as you can. Use twigs. if possi- ble, to start your fire. If not, wadded up newspaper around your logs will work just as well. To prevent sparks from fly- ing into .the room, make sure to set up a screen in front of the fire. And make certain, if you intend to do any cooking over your fireplace. even roasting marshmallows. that you are using natural firewood. and not one of the chemically formed logs. Then, sit back and enjoy yourself as a winter of warm and cozy nights. stretches ahead. Reduce Heating Costs with MICAFIL FIBERGLASS BATTS STYROFOAM -SHEETS WEATHERSTRIPPING CAULKING AO help to conserve fuel and energy - all are available at COUNTER CA R uilding Supplies PRINCESS ST. WEST, CLINTON 432-9612 Preway's zero clearance de- sign. When the final location is chosen, layout the dimension required on the floor. Posi- tion fireplace and then, using a plumb bob, align the chim- ney pipe and mark the cor- rect opening for the chimney on the ceiling. Cut out this ceiling area with a keyhole saw, taking care to avoid cut- ting any wiring or plumbing above the ceiling. Position the first section of triple wall pipe on top of the fireplace. Then add sections as you continue towards the ceiling. rotating each section until seams are aligned. Frame around the fireplace sides and over top. up to ceil- ing as you go. When the roof has been reached, cut required open- ing for chimney and install flashing, storm collar and rain cap above roof. Remember, the finished chimney must be at least 3' above the roof cutout, and at least 2' above the highest point of roof within 10' of the chimney: Duct she important Back at the fireplace, select outside air duct loca- tions for the Energy Mizer, keeping in mind that these ducts must terminate outside the home so that air is not taken from attic space, above roof, or from any room, es- pecially a garage. When you have located outlet positions, cut 61" diameter holes for the com- bustion air ducts. Next, se- cure the combustion air el- boWsto fireplace; making certain that the first elbow is in a downward position. Next. connect the duct to the elbows. Push duct through the wall or floor from outside, and secure to the duct that is attached to the elbow. Then, don't forget a hearth extension, a very important safety feature to guard against sparks and falling logs. The hearth extension should extend at least 16" in front amid at least 8" beyond each side of the fireplace opening. •. The hearth must be cov- ered with non-combustible material such as brick, tile, concrete; etc. Check your local .building codes and in- stallation manuals for further information. Wide selection The final finishing can be accomplished in an infinite variety of ways. Choose from sheetrock, paneling, brick, stone or ceramic tile, making sure to check for clearance requirements. Also be certain that the mantel is at least 12" above the fireplace and that the air openings at the bottom and top of the- fireplace are not blocked. The prefabricated Preway built-in Energy Mizer fire- place is in the price range of $500 to $600 depending on the size of the unit, only a fraction of the cost of a built- in masonry fireplace. Worthwhile investment For a weekend of work and a small investment, you can sit back and enjoy years of pleasure in front of your own fireplace by Preway. For more details on the easy -to -install line of Preway fireplaces, just visit the Pre - way dealer in your area (listed under "fireplaces" in the phone book) to 'see the variety of models available, or write to Preway. Wiscon- sin Rapids, Wisconsin 54494. THIS WINTER Save on Your Fuel Bills WITH A SUREFIRE 1011. WOOD BURNING FURNACE • Work in conjunction with or independently of existing forced air system • Uses existing duct work • Uses the fan of existing system • Utilizes its own thermostatic controls • Easy cleaning -3 clean outs. FORCED AIR FURNACE THE SUREFIRE 101A works in conjunction with your existing forced air heating system utilizing the existing duct work, and fan. The 101A is thermostatically controlled giving you simple operation. THE SUREFIRE 101A provides an economical way to heat your home, either as a primary or supplementary source. Our firebox accommodates Togs up to 21/2 feet which greatly improves efficiency without the necessity of splitting logs. Our secondary combustion chamber enables the wood to burn more completely, again increasing efficiency. Inquire about the Surefire 101A Wood Burning Furnace at HOFFMEYER Plumbing And Heating Ltd. 55 Kingston Stroot Goderich 5244861 9