Copper
Chimney
Chimney is a system used for discharging hot flue gases or smoke from a
boiler, stove, furnace or fireplace to the outside atmosphere. These are
designed in a vertical posture to ensure that the hot gases flow
smoothly, drawing air into the combustion through the chimney effect /
stack effect. Copper chimney and chimney caps are the most common items
used in the kitchen. They lend exceptional beauty as well as meet a
variety of important chimney safety needs.
Copper Chimney Caps
A chimney cap also known as chimney top is a device to improve the
drought of a chimney. It has a exit opening always to lee side. The main
use of the chimney cap is to prevent rain and snow from penetrating the
house and creating damage. They also hold debris, birds and animals from
taking up residence inside the flue.
Types
According to the number of flues there are two types of chimney caps or
tops:
- Single-flue caps
- Multi-flue caps
According to the make and utility there are few more copper
chimney caps found in market:
- Standard Cap with screen
- Draft Increasing Caps
- Caps with integral Damper Mechanisms
- Custom Caps - Metal and Masonry
Design
Copper chimneys are necessary to be used in kitchen and homes that have
a fireplace which provide a outlet for the hot gases. These are the
unique useful feature as well as a distinctive adornment for your roof
line used in homes. To preserve the shiny look of copper chimneys,
number of finishes are available in the market and most commonly used
one is the traditional copper patina finish. Apart from this, as
compared to all other chimneys available in the market copper chimneys
has the longest proven track record in terms of longevity, maintenance
and reliability.
Utility
- A chimney cap or chimney top is a device to improve the drought
of a chimney. It has a exit aperture always to leeward.
- The main use of the chimney cap is to prevent rain and snow from
penetrating the house and creating damage.
- Copper chimney cap also keeps debris, birds and animals from
taking up residence inside the flue.
- It discourages downdraft that can make fires hard to start or
smoky. Its screen can stop sparks coming from the fireplace,
especially on a wood-shingled roof.
Why Copper Chimney ?
Copper chimney and copper chimney caps enhance the appearance, safety
and architecture of your home. Made from pure 100% copper, they feature
a lifetime warranty. Along with this they are rust-proof, provide
excellent rain protection, deter pests, assist in chimney draft, require
no maintenance and serve as a spark arrestor.