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On 05/03/15 08:43, Tim+ wrote:
The Natural Philosopher wrote:
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/48378...-h/48378-h.htm



Very timely. My daughter's just bought an old place and wants to open up a
fireplace. Ta.


Yes - completely fascinating.

It is interesting to note that the acceptable separation between flue
and combustibles seems to be a half brick - though it does say there
should be a 2" gap between roof woodwork and the chimney wall.

Whereas English building regs say a full brick (200mm).
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