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Is Selkirk and Metalbestos the same?

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Is Selkirk and Metalbestos the same?

Selkirk, formerly known as Metalbest or Metalbestos, are ideal for venting residential heating appliances burning wood, #2 oil, and natural and liquid propane gas.

Does Selkirk Metalbestos contain asbestos?

Selkirk Metalbestos pipe does not contain asbestos, Metalbestos is simply the model of pipe.

Does Duravent fit Selkirk?

They do fit well together at all.

Is SuperVent the same as Selkirk?

Selkirk manufacturers wood chimney under many different brand names including Sentinel, Super Vent and Super Pro.

Is Supervent made by Selkirk?

Supervent / Superpro 6-In Superpro / Supervent chimney by Selkirk are constructed using 304-alloy stainless steel for both inner and outer walls, and specially formulated mineral wool insulation to reduce chances of corrosion.

How long does a stainless steel chimney last?

15 to 20 years
Stainless steel flue liners generally last for 15 to 20 years (though low quality liners may not even last for five). Good quality stainless steel chimney liners often come with a lifetime warranty.

How can you tell if you have asbestos floor tiles?

How to Identify Asbestos in Flooring

  1. Your home was built before 1980.
  2. The flooring looks oily, greasy, or discolored.
  3. You have 9-inch, 12-inch, or 18-inch floor tiles.
  4. The flooring adhesive is black.

Do I need double or triple wall chimney pipe?

Inside buildings, chimney pipes have to be enclosed if they pass through living spaces. According to building codes, there must be a 2-inch clearance around your double- or triple-wall chimney pipe. In mobile homes, you must use a triple-wall chimney pipe.

How big does a stove pipe need to be?

In general, flue size should be 25 percent larger than the size of the stove pipe, which connects the stove to the chimney. This means a stove with a 6-inch diameter pipe would require at least an 8-inch flue; an 8-inch stove pipe requires a 10-inch flue, etc.

Who makes SuperVent?

For over 80 years, Selkirk has been the leading manufacturer of chimney, venting and air distribution products. Time-tested commercial and industrial installations throughout North America and globally. Supervent (JSC) is designed for All-Fuel applications – with a Stainless Steel outer casing.