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Parging

A smooth refractory mortar coat troweled over the smoke chamber walls.

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What is Parging?

Refractory mortar troweled over the rough corbeled brick of the smoke chamber, leaving a smooth surface. Code requires it on smoke chambers, and the payoff is real: better draft and dramatically less creosote accumulation.

Related terms:Smoke ChamberRefractory

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Other terms in the glossary

Creosote
Tar-like residue from incomplete wood combustion. Highly flammable.
NFPA 211
The US standard governing how chimneys, fireplaces, and vent systems are installed.
Inspection Levels
Level 1 covers the annual look; Level 2 is triggered by a sale or an event; Level 3 opens up concealed damage.
Flue
The inner passage that draws combustion gases up and out of the room.
Liner
The channel running inside the flue — clay tile, stainless steel, or cast-in-place.
Crown
The concrete cap at the very top of a masonry chimney.
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NFPA 211
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