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London Gather 9 x 6 inch - Ø 125

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A London gather hood is essential when installing a flexible flue liner above an open fireplace. Designed to create a larger area for the flow of gases, it ensures efficient passage up the chimney liner. The gather hood includes an adaptor for seamless attachment to the flexible flue liner, with metal flaps designed to secure the top and bottom within the chimney brickwork.

£80.99 incl VAT

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The London Gather 9 x 6 inch - Ø 125 is a top-quality installation fitting designed to seamlessly integrate with Mi-Flex 316 and 904 flexible flue liners. This gather hood plays a crucial role in forming a complete chimney system when used in conjunction with a flexible flue liner. Building Regulations Document J mandates that flexible flue liners must be fully enclosed within a masonry chimney, and this gather hood ensures compliance and optimal performance.Ideal for use on appliances operating up to 600°C, it’s suitable for wood (with <20% moisture), smokeless coal, gas, and oil. The gather hood facilitates the transition from fireplace opening to the flexible flue liner. It's designed to sit within the masonry chimney, ensuring no part of the flue liner is exposed, thus maintaining an aesthetic and functional integrity.To secure the bottom fixing, provisions must be made to ensure a gas-tight seal using fire cement, ceramic rope, tape, or high-temperature sealant. Additionally, this gather hood includes an adaptor to easily attach the flexible flue liner, which is crucial for ensuring a secure and efficient fit. Proper maintenance is essential, including annual sweeping by a competent person, with bi-annual sweeping recommended for solid fuel appliances to prevent blockages and buildup.

  • SKU: 61-125-LG6
  • Item: London Gather 9 x 6 inch - u00d8 125

What is it for?

The London Gather Hood 9 x 6 inch - Ø 125 is designed to facilitate the transition of gases from an open fireplace to a flexible flue liner, ensuring efficient gas flow and compliance with building regulations.

Brand Summary

National Flues is a trusted supplier of high-quality fireplaces and flue components. Known for competitive pricing, reliable nationwide delivery, and excellent service to both retail and trade customers.

National Flues Verdict

The London Gather Hood 9 x 6 inch - Ø 125 is a top-tier choice for both retail and trade customers looking to optimize their chimney systems for efficient gas and smoke flow. With our reliable nationwide delivery and competitive pricing, National Flues is your trusted supplier.

Our Rating
9.7/10

FAQs

The primary use of the London Gather Hood is to assist in the smooth transition of gases from the fireplace to the flexible flue liner, ensuring efficient gas flow and compliance with building regulations.

Yes, it is suitable for wood with <20% moisture, smokeless coal, gas, and oil appliances.

It can withstand temperatures up to 600°C, making it suitable for a variety of heating appliances.

The gather hood is attached to the base of the chimney and the metal flaps are folded at right angles and screwed into the brickwork, ensuring a secure fit.

Regular sweeping and inspection are required at least once a year by a competent person, with bi-annual sweeping recommended for chimneys serving solid fuel appliances.

No, building regulations require that the flexible flue liner be fully enclosed in a masonry chimney. Non-masonry enclosures such as timber or plasterboard are not acceptable.

For a gas-tight seal, we recommend using fire cement, ceramic rope, tape, or high-temperature sealant.