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Your chimney flue works like your home’s breathing system — you barely notice it when it’s healthy. But just like a stuffy nose signals a cold, sure signs tell you your flu needs attention . Think of your flue as the tunnel that guides smoke and gases safely out of your home. It’s a simple concept, but the details matter. When you light a fire, warm air rises through the flue, creating a natural draft that pulls fresh air into your fireplace. You’ll enjoy a crackling fire without worry when this system works appropriately. You might notice problems ranging from poor fires to smoky rooms when it doesn’t. Most flues hide their problems until they become serious. Understanding the basics helps you spot issues early, saving money and headaches. (Read the original post on Medium) Understanding Chimney Flue Systems Your chimney flue creates a smooth pathway for smoke and other gases and it works through a natural draft effect that’s fascinating in its simplicity. As your fire heats the air i...

Are you looking at your walls and wondering if you can just layer something nicer, like stone, over top of them? Brick’s sturdy, and already weatherproofed, so many homeowners that are looking for ways to upgrade their homes are asking about  veneers that can be applied directly onto brick and siding surfaces. Can stone veneer go right on top of your existing brick walls? The short answer is yes. You can give your Dallas home a fresh stone look without tearing down the sturdy brick that’s already there. Brick walls usually provide a very solid foundation for stone veneer without adding significantly to the cost of remodeling. (Read the original post on brickexpertsdfw.net) Preparing Brick Surfaces for Stone Veneer However, before adding stone veneer, you’ll want to  check the condition of your brick . If you want your new veneer to stick properly, you need to make sure that it passes certain basic requirements. Requirements for Brick Surfaces Make sure there aren’t any crumbli...