Schiedel Chimney Systems

eire1977

Just wondering if anyone has or is about to use a Schiedel chimney system? I've heard that they are earier to install and because they are insulated, the flue is kept cooler thus making it easier to clean? I'm in no way connected to the company, just looking to see if anyone has used them and exactly how easy are they to install?

sinnerboy

Saw it at the RDS in Nov . Liked the look of it . Just about to use it for 2 fireplaces . Specing fire chest , gather with damper , and stack i.e "the open fire" system .

Let you know in the New Year how it went ( works not started yet )

Mellor

Brief description ofr me please??
I never made it to the RDS, busy two days in work

eire1977

Sinner,
Did they demonstrate how they assemble them in the RDS??
Could any auld Joe soap put one in (i.e. me, with no building experience!!) ??

sinnerboy

Mellor wrote: »

Brief description ofr me please??
I never made it to the RDS, busy two days in work

basic concept is concrete units with flue liner and insulation included . eliminates doubt about on site fill between blockwork and liner .

many sytems are available including one which integrates a supply air channel to the actual fire - a bit like a huge balanced flue if you like

if you google "scheidel northern ireland" - good website

sinnerboy

eire1977 wrote: »

Sinner,
Did they demonstrate how they assemble them in the RDS??
Could any auld Joe soap put one in (i.e. me, with no building experience!!) ??

i would say any blockie could assemble them

prometheus413

I used these systems a lot on a housing development i was running. you get a flyer in the pack with the system with a full set of instructions. if you are installing yourself read all of this first to make sure that you dont use a piece in the wrong place!! i would also read this if i was getting a mason to do the work, some will throw the pieces where they think they will fit only to find that they needed it later! make sure the solid pieces are used around the opening/fireplace itself and that the pots are well sealed with the fire retarder.

one draw back with this system is that if you have it protruding more than 1m out of the roof, the stack seems vey unstable, being able to sway with one hand! If going high i would strap this in place or talk to schiedel about any concerns you have over this. they have great Cust. supp.

Hope this helps.

sinnerboy

thanks for the heads up on this - will draw this to our contractors attention

fclauson

Sinnerboy - or any one else - did you end up using this chimney system - does it work etc

many thanks in advance

sinnerboy

Wow , April 2008. :eek:

Another lifetime.

That particular project never proceed. The begining for me of the recession we're all going through now.

So still have not used this chimney system, sorry.

fclauson

Sinnerboy - thanks -

Anyone else with any experience of any of the chimney systems out there

hexosan

I'm currently look at this system. Anyone out there use it on a project.

Spoke with the rep and it costs approx €180 per meter.

BarneyMc

hexosan wrote: »

I'm currently look at this system. Anyone out there use it on a project.

Spoke with the rep and it costs approx €180 per meter.

Getting a delivery today for this system but will be a while before it'll be used :P

Anyway just ask if you've any questions and I'll try and answer.

-gilly-09-

BarneyMc wrote: »

Getting a delivery today for this system but will be a while before it'll be used :P

Anyway just ask if you've any questions and I'll try and answer.

Hi Barney,

Just wondering did you end up installing this system? Have been looking at this system for a few weeks now, any advice you have would be great.

Thanks

893bet

I looked at them also.

I ended up going with a poujoulet chimney system. Twin walled flue with false chimney on top. I regret it to be honest . Cost a fortune. If you are doing a new build just to a normal chimney IMO.

hexosan

I used it and one think to watch out for is the system with the air intake CANNOT be moved once it's started as they don't make a bend section.

Sligoronan

Any clue on what the cost per meter is.

-gilly-09-

hexosan wrote: »

I used it and one think to watch out for is the system with the air intake CANNOT be moved once it's started as they don't make a bend section.

Thanks Hexosan.

How do u find it apart from that issue. I'm installing in a new build as the builder will not build me a standard chimney system. Was hoping it would b an easy solution.

What company did u use?

BryanF

Can you elobrate on

as the builder will not build me a standard chimney system.

What company did u use?

Company recommendations by PM thanks

-gilly-09-

BryanF wrote: »

Can you elobrate on
Company recommendations by PM thanks

I'm not looking for a recommendation, it was just a question as to which company he used.

BryanF

-gilly-09- wrote: »

I'm not looking for a recommendation, it was just a question as to which company he used.

I understand, but you'll appreciate that we have a forum charter that dictates company names will be offered by PM only - refer to http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055036302

But What's the problem with the builder?

-gilly-09-

BryanF wrote: »

But What's the problem with the builder?

He wont have anything to do with installing the chimney as I am buying of plans and he has been told that he cannot do anything extra to the house. He has informed me I must get the chimney done myself. So I am just looking for the easiest way forward as the construction company will not do anything extra even if I pay extra for it. So just looking for some advice on this chimney system

fclauson

I looked at this chimney system and following advice from SAS on this forum did not go with it. He had no end of issues with the "clam shell" closing system

why are you thinking of using this system ?

chillit

Hi fclauson

sorry to drag up an old thread but coudl you elaborate on what the problems with the schiedel chimney system was.

What chimney did you go with in the end and would you recommend it?

Thanks in advance