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E. Locating Fireplace & Chimney
Location of the fireplace and chimney will affect perfor-
mance.
• Install within the warm airspace enclosed by the building
envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially
during lighting and die-down of the fire.
• Penetrate the highest part of the roof. This minimizes
the effects of wind loading.
• Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent
structures, uneven roof lines and other obstructions.
• Minimize the use of chimney offsets.
• Consider the fireplace location relative to floor and ceiling
and attic joists.
• Take into consideration the termination requirements in
Section 8 and Section 9.
NOTICE:
Locating the fireplace in a basement or in a
location of considerable air movement can cause intermittent
smoke spillage from fireplace. Do not locate fireplace near
• frequently open doors
• central heat outlets or returns
Recommended
Location
Marginal
Location
Location
Not
Recommended
Recommended
Location
Location NOT
Recommended
Multi-level Roofs
Windward
Leeward
Figure 5.2 Recommended Chimney Locations