Fibre retention is based solely on physical retention with the help of clever patent-pending technology. Banish cold draughts or prevent heat disappearing up the chimney with the Inflatable Chimney Balloon. The Chimney Sheep is easy to insert and easy to remove, and being made of sturdy Herdwick wool it is very durable and will last for many years. An unused chimney can account for up to 50% of the heat escaping from a house," says Tim Pullen, an expert in sustainable building methods and energy efficiency in residential homes.

Our chimney sweep recommended an old pillow in a black plastic bag, which has worked v well for us (attach something to dangle down so you don’t forget it’s up there!

There are a few different types of flue blockers available, of which the Balloon is the most popular," says Tim Pullen. Although fitting a chimney cap will help when it comes to preventing draughts and heat loss, using an additional draught excluder is still often a good idea.

No odour – if there is an amount of rain that comes down the flue, a Chimney Draught Stopper will not smell musty, will not go mouldy and will not smell like a wet sheep in your lounge room! There is no such thing as a universal chimney draught excluder as each chimney is different in shape and size. ecoBites are free bite size chunks of the latest energy efficiency information making it quick and easy for you to absorb. cm in height clearance so that you will be able to easily unscrew the housing and change the filter comfortably.The review is absolute (loaded) nonsense to be honest – if it’s doing its job, the sheep will block the air to the same extent as the balloon. A chimney balloon is a device placed up your chimney and just like a regular balloon it’s essentially an inflated balloon, helping to limit heat loss and draught formation. If sealing an unused chimney is not a new concept to you anymore, then you’ve probably used Chimney Balloons for this purpose. This helps to ensure households are heated efficiently saving consumers over 4% on their household energy bills," says Sally Phillips.

To determine the best size Chimney Sheep® for your chimney, you’ll need to measure your flue and use our size calculator. She is currently living in the rural Edwardian cottage she renovated and extended on a largely DIY basis, living on site for the duration of the project. It’s influenced by various factors, like the height of your house and the difference in temperature between inside and outside.It is also a useful idea to include a reminder in the hearth that you have a plug inserted into the chimney – just in case you forget. We have been taking a look at how effective they are, how to use them and what the alternatives might be. If you find yourself fixing your drafty chimney with a balloon, for the time being, do some planning and prepare to have your fireplace professionally serviced. While fireplaces might add plenty of charm and warmth to a house, chimneys can be a source of heat loss, drawing warm air out of a space.