View Full Version : What's the opening in my firepalce?
lmei007
11-18-2007, 07:25 AM
Please have a look those two photos (Fireplace Opening 1 and Fireplace Opening 2): http://www.flickr.com/photos/lmei007/?saved=1
Why there is an opening at the bottom of the fireplace? what's that for?
I have ranch style house. There are two fireplaces, main floor and basement. Those photos show the one on the main floor.
thanks,
It was for disposing of ashes as far as I know.
lmei007
11-18-2007, 07:38 AM
It was for disposing of ashes as far as I know.
So the ashes will drop to the basement?
jimbo
11-18-2007, 07:57 AM
Of course, it is for ash disposal. If you go into the basement, you will probably find an access door on the chimney foundation, so that eventually, you can remove the accumulated buildup. Keeps the mess out of the living room.
lmei007
11-18-2007, 08:11 AM
the basement is finished. I cannot find the way to collect ashes. I think you guys are right. thank you.
If the basement is finished below that area you need to seal the hole so no embers ever get down there and start a fire.
lmei007
11-18-2007, 08:44 AM
If the basement is finished below that area you need to seal the hole so no embers ever get down there and start a fire.
Yes, sir. I will do that. great!