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_Chimneys_:
Function of chimneys 3
The chimney draft 4
Shapes and sizes of flues 5
Height of chimney 7
Flue linings 7
Location and wall thickness 8
Openings into the chimney 10
Supporting the chimney 10
Capping the chimney 12
Chimney and roof connections 12
Chimney connections 12
Chimney insulation 14
Smoke test for leakage 14
Cleaning and repairing the flue 15
_Fireplaces_:
Essentials of fireplace construction 15
Area of the flue 16
The throat 17
Smoke shelf and chamber 18
Shape of fireplace 19
Throat damper 19
Placing the throat damper 20
Size of fireplace opening 20
Depth of fireplace opening 20
The hearth 21
The jambs 21
Fireplace back and sides 21
Supporting irons 21
Improving fireplace heating 22