Know your fireplace
What each kind of fireplace and flue needs, in plain words.

Masonry wood fireplace
A traditional wood-burning fireplace constructed from bricks or stones.

Factory-built fireplace
A pre-manufactured fireplace that is usually easier to install.

Wood stove
A freestanding heating appliance designed to burn wood efficiently.

Gas fireplace or insert
A gas-powered heating appliance that offers convenience and efficiency.

Furnace and boiler flue
A venting system for expelling exhaust from heating systems.