The fireplace smoke guard – a simple, inexpensive solution!

by | Sep 1, 2021 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

If your open fireplace smokes, a fireplace smoke guard can be an easy solution to the problem. Note: there are many factors that can cause a fireplace to smoke, so it is important to find out EXACTLY what factor (or combination of factors) is causing the condition. We do not want you spending your money on a smoke guard unless we determine that it is going to be the solution or part of the solution to handling the issue.

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Fireplace smoke guard. This affixes to the top of the fireplace opening to keep smoke from rolling out of the top of the fireplace opening.

The smoke guard comes in a black or a brass finish. It is a simple 3-piece assembly that is spring-loaded to create a pressure fit. It comes in 4″, 6″ and 8″ widths.

This is a spring-loaded, telescopic, 3-piece steel guard that is placed at the top of the fireplace opening to prevent smoke from rolling out of the top of the fireplace opening.

We have installed many of these smoke guards over the years. If you feel like you want to tackle this project yourself, you can order the part from Northline Express (we are not making money on this link..), who produced this installation video: