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Stopping chimney hot air loss?

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perc
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Help we have moved into a house with a chimney in the lounge and it seems very cold in there where we are losing a lot of heat up the chimney. We have tried a chimney balloon but these do not work at all seemingly.

We are going to fit a chimney hat to stop dirt coming down but what can we do to stop the heat loss?

Thanks in advance :)
"Those who try to make sense of the world are divided into four categories: scientists, theologians, philosophers, and fools. Correction ... make that one category with three sub-divisions" -- Carlo Kensada

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  • EliteHeat
    EliteHeat Posts: 1,382 Forumite
    Whats in the fireplace?
  • perc
    perc Posts: 1,040 Forumite
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    EliteHeat wrote: »
    Whats in the fireplace?

    Nothing except a slate block and a vase :)
    "Those who try to make sense of the world are divided into four categories: scientists, theologians, philosophers, and fools. Correction ... make that one category with three sub-divisions" -- Carlo Kensada
  • EliteHeat
    EliteHeat Posts: 1,382 Forumite
    Why not stuff a load of rockwool up there?
  • perc
    perc Posts: 1,040 Forumite
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    EliteHeat wrote: »
    Why not stuff a load of rockwool up there?

    Do you have a link to this at all? Many thanks :)
    "Those who try to make sense of the world are divided into four categories: scientists, theologians, philosophers, and fools. Correction ... make that one category with three sub-divisions" -- Carlo Kensada
  • andrewmoorcroft
    andrewmoorcroft Posts: 677 Forumite
    perc wrote: »
    Do you have a link to this at all? Many thanks :)
    LMAO! It's a brand name for the yellow itchy insulation stuff used between loft joists and in slab form in cavity walls. I think it was suggested because it will squeeze/mould to fit any size hole and could be pulled out if required at a later date. Also it has some insulation properties. It is not a complete seal so it will allow some breathing. You should not totally block without putting in an air vent otherwise it may get damp.
    Cash ISA rate 6.5% fixed for 2 years. Mortgage rate 0.75% = 5.75% profit on £75K = £4500 per year:j
    Mortgages make money. Definitely don't wanabee mortgage free!
  • greyteam1959
    greyteam1959 Posts: 4,711 Forumite
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    :D:D:D
    Its EliteHeats hi tech answer...............
    Simple cheap but effective !!!!!!!
  • perc
    perc Posts: 1,040 Forumite
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    Great idea guys I have some spare in my loft too - would never have thought of that :)
    "Those who try to make sense of the world are divided into four categories: scientists, theologians, philosophers, and fools. Correction ... make that one category with three sub-divisions" -- Carlo Kensada
  • I'll_Be_Frank
    I'll_Be_Frank Posts: 134 Forumite
    perc wrote: »
    Great idea guys I have some spare in my loft too - would never have thought of that :)

    But what will happen when Santa comes down the chimney and tries to fill your stockings?
    There's gonna be a right mess on the carpet after he's struggled to deliver his festive load. :(

    Frank.
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