After much reading and thinking have decided to get the chimney lined with a flue despite the cost....
I haven't taken the fireplace out yet but the fitter has said that it's more than likely the bricks in the inset might be in poor condition and would need protection from the heat. He mentioned 3 ways; heatproof render & plaster, vermiculite boards or a steel liner.
Has anyone else had a steel liner fitted as well?
A fireplace shop has given a ballpark figure of £150 with an edge facing trim. Think I will go for this option as my DIY skills are minimal but wondered if I should try a metal fabricator to see if it would be cheaper?
TIA




