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Cleaning the fireplace: Steps for sanitizing the equipment

19 JANUAR 2022
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Cleaning your fireplace is probably more important than you might think. Start taking care of sanitizing the equipment right away and make sure it is fit to give you warm and cozy days.
Cleaning the fireplace: Steps for sanitizing the equipment
Cleaning your fireplace is probably more important than you might think. Keeping it dirty can lead to the formation of noxious gases and unpleasant odors that compromise the safe operation of your fireplace and the disposal of all the smoke.

Experts say that cleaning the fireplace and chimney should be a task performed twice a year, preferably before the cold season and after it is over. This is in addition to the routine cleaning that should be done after each use.

Cleaning the fireplace

Step-by-step
  • If you have already lit the fireplace, let the fireplace and ashes cool down;
  • Start by sweeping or vacuuming up all the dirt;
  • In the meantime, clean the furnace, the damper and the lower part of the chimney;
  • Remove the grate and the pipe from the fireplace and use a steel sponge to remove all soot and dirt. To make the task easier, you can use a specific cleaning material for fireplaces;
  • Also take care of cleaning the fireplace accessories;
  • Still using the steel sponge, remove the crusted dirt that accumulates on the damper and the underside of the chimney. Sweep or vacuum the furnace again;
  • Also in these areas of the fireplace there are various cleaning solvents you can use. To clean the furnace, for example, there are a variety of substances, such as baking soda, vinegar, trisodium phosphate, or chlorine with warm water. In this case you should use a brush with stiff bristles to scrub, after having let the product act for 15 to 30 minutes;
  • When the fireplace is clean, rinse it with warm water, letting it air out and dry naturally. Close the fireplace damper and windows, and you're done!

Cleaning a masonry fireplace
  • If you've already used it, start by making sure there are no embers hidden among the ashes;
  • Use a broom or vacuum cleaner to remove the dirt;
  • Run a damp cloth over the entire assembly;
  • Now, with a dry steel sponge, remove the soot stuck to the damper, furnace, lower part of the chimney and other structures;
  • Follow the same procedure to clean the fireplace accessories. Sweep or vacuum the dirt that has been released again;
  • In the case of masonry furnaces, they require a deeper cleaning. For this, use specific products such as warm water with vinegar, baking soda, trisodium phosphate or chlorine;
  • Spread the solution over the area, leave it for 15 to 30 minutes, and scrub with a stiff-bristled brush. Rinse with warm water.

Cleaning a gas fireplace
  • In this case, deactivate the pilot flame and let the equipment cool down;
  • Use a small brush to clean the control compartment and burner, and a brush for the logs. Then, pass the vacuum cleaner;
  • Now use a damp cloth, so as not to cause corrosion;
  • Pass the steel sponge to remove the soot that is already dry and clinging. Do the same to the accessories and finish by sweeping or vacuuming the remaining dirt;
  • The glass parts should be sanitized using a glass cleaner. The glass parts should be sanitized using a glass cleaner, while the metal details should be cleaned only with a slightly damp cloth;
  • Check the state of the fireplace, that is, if it has any broken or cracked areas and, if so, repair the damage before the next use.

Regular maintenance
  • Do small regular cleanings that will prevent the accumulation of dirt, improving the performance of the fireplace;
  • Always try to remove the ashes once all the embers are out;
  • Use tweezers or a broom to remove the remains of wood;
  • Check if the exhaustion system and the valves are working properly;
  • In the case of gas fireplaces, supervise the flame burners, checking if they are clogged or leaking;
  • In the case of electric fireplaces, they don't need to be cleaned, but they must have the electrical system working properly.
  • Really, cleaning a fireplace is an indispensable task within everyone's reach, since it does not require many specific materials and products. Moreover, if you feel the need, you can hire the services of a specialist, at least once a year, to do a more in-depth cleaning and maintenance of your equipment.
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