Burn Bag – 14 Day Treatment Glazed Creosote Prevention – Box of 14

Description My Chimney Sweep Has Recommended Creosote Treatment If your chimney sweep has recommended a 14-day Burn Bag treatment, they have identified that your chimney has a build-up of creosote that needs removing. What is Creosote? Creosote is a by-product of wood combustion that consists mainly of tar. Traces of creosote are found in the smoke that rises from open flames; when the smoke travels upward and mixes with cold air and water near the top of a chimney, it solidifies and sticks to the chimney liner. Creosote has three stages. As each stage increases, they become more hazardous and are increasingly difficult to remove from the flue. Stage 1 The first stage of creosote is like flaky soot that is easy to brush away with a basic chimney brush. Stage 2 Creosote in the second stage can be described as shiny, hard black flakes. The flakes contain hardened tar that is not easily brushed away, but it can be removed without extreme measures. The most popular method for removing creosote in the second stage is with a rotary loop. Stage 3 Third-stage creosote is something to be avoided. Not only is it extremely difficult to clean, but it is also an extremely concentrated fuel and looks like tar running down inside the flue. As the creosote hardens, it is often repeatedly recoated. A hot fire can easily ignite this type of creosote, which is extremely hazardous as a chimney fire can too easily lead to a house fire because the intense flames often cause a fire on the roof or damage the flue, causing combustible parts of the home to ignite. 14-Day Chimney Treatment Process Days 1 to 7 Clear the grate and ashpan before lighting your appliance. Light the appliance as usual and allow the appliance and flue to warm up for up to 1 to 2 hours with an established fire. This warm-up period is crucial to ensure that the entire system reaches a stable operating temperature. Use a stove pipe thermometer to monitor and maintain the correct fire temperature between 225°C and 300°C. Achieving and maintaining this temperature range is critical for the effectiveness of the treatment. Daily Treatment Application: For seven consecutive days, safely place one packet directly into a fire that is within the optimal temperature range. Allow each packet to burn completely, which may take up to 2 hours. ( DO NOT OPEN THE CONTENTS OF THIS PACKAGE ) Mid-Treatment Inspection: IMPORTANT After the first seven days, cease appliance use until your professional chimney sweep has inspected and cleaned the chimney. Days 8 to 14 Repeat Treatment Cycle. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for another seven consecutive days. Final Inspection: IMPORTANT After the final treatment cycle, refrain from using your appliance until it has been inspected and cleaned by your professional chimney sweep to clear remaining deposits and prevent blockages from loosened creosote. Follow the advice from your professional chimney sweep on how frequently your chimney should be swept they will also be able to advise you on what fuels to burn, how to store fuel correctly and how to use your appliance safely and efficiently.