I run a Vermont Castings Vigilant that I’m really happy with. I replaced all the gaskets this year but the only problem I have is on really windy days (like today) the wind shoots down the chimney and I’ll get a puff of smoke in the house, especially if the top baffle in the stove is closed and I’m not running it hard.
My question is: is there a chimney top or thimble that is designed to reduce wind flow down the chimney but allows smoke to freely escape?
I suppose a in flue damper would help, but they also reduce flue temperatures so I would like to avoid that.
Thank you for any replies and or suggestions. Hope you all had a great thanksgiving!
My question is: is there a chimney top or thimble that is designed to reduce wind flow down the chimney but allows smoke to freely escape?
I suppose a in flue damper would help, but they also reduce flue temperatures so I would like to avoid that.
Thank you for any replies and or suggestions. Hope you all had a great thanksgiving!