| Welcome to the Westcombes BUYING GUIDE the essential
fireplace-buyers check-list and safety guide. |
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| We will look at the measurements needed to install
a fireplace, the ventilation, your chimney and it's condition, fuel, the
period of your property and style of fireplace. |
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| What period is your property? |
| Period fireplaces look best matched to the historical
period of your home, whereas more modern designs may suit a newer house. |
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Late Georgian/
Regency
1800-1830 |
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Victorian
1837-1901 |
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Edwardian &
Art Nouveau
1901-1915 |
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Art Deco
1920-1930 |
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Modern |
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| Take a look at the selection above to get an idea of
the style of the period. Please note that the above examples are samples
from our range. |
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| Your Chimney and Measurements |
| Your chimney and it's condition is important for saftey
and efficiency of your fire. Is your chimney pot still there? Or is it capped? |
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| We recommend that your chimney is swept by a registered
chimney sweep. This will tell you what condition your flue is in and whether
it is safe to use. Feel free to contact us for further advice. |
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| [ Click here for printable and
checklist guide ] |
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| Fuel Types and Fitting |
| An authentic open fire, with the efficiency and cleanliness
of controlable gas. Our range conforms to BS EN ISO 9002 safety standards,
all models have an automatic shut-down mechanism should oxygen levels fall
to a predetermined level. Suitable fireguards are also recommended where
infants, elderly, and the infirm are concerned - see our Classic Range for
more details - and print our guide for reference. |
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| The last thing to do is have your fireplace installed.
We have fully qualified Gas Safe Register (formally Corgi) and Hetas Registered fitters to take care
of installations. |
