Stove soot is removed from chimneys as follows:

• burning off carbon-rich deposits using rather complex technology and expensive tools;
• dissolving the settled crust using chemicals introduced into the furnace during fuel combustion;
• scraping off inner surface and removing it from the outlet channel through pre-equipped hatches for cleaning.

Moreover, the first method of combating is extremely dangerous and is practiced only in the case of cleaning chimneys of industrial heat-generating units. The second method involves the destruction of the body of the outlet pipe, which has survived the effects of chemically active drugs.

The third technology – mechanical cleaning – guarantees high level safety, while ensuring the safety of the chimney itself. Therefore, most household furnace gas exhaust ducts are cleaned only with your own hands using a mechanical method.

Why do you need a brush and how is it used?

This tool works like a scraper or brush, destroying the soot crust and “sweeping” combustion products to the cleaning hatch, for subsequent removal of collected deposits. That is, mechanical cleaning of the canal is carried out precisely with its help.

The chimney sweep inserts the brush into the drainage channel from the roof side and, making reciprocating movements, knocks soot off the inner walls.

Having finished processing the vertical channel, the chimney sweep proceeds to cleaning the horizontal sections, inserting the brush into special hatches and making reciprocating movements already in horizontal plane.

The mass accumulated at the hatch is removed from the channel using a scraper and scoop.

How does a chimney sweep's main tool work?

Typical stove brush consists of such structural elements as:

• flexible cable - spring with minimum clearance between turns;
• a spherical or cylindrical brush – a brush – with “working elements” protruding 360°;
• suspension - a removable weight at the end of the cable located behind the brush.

When working in a horizontal plane, the suspension is dismantled - in this case we need the flexibility of the spring cable. Cleaning a vertical channel with your own hands involves working with a rigid structure. Therefore, in this case, a suspension is fixed at the end of the cable, which neutralizes the flexibility of the spring due to the influence of gravity.

In addition, at professional tool the brush is removed by twisting it from the cable, because the diameters of the chimneys can be different.

How to make a brush for cleaning with your own hands?

To do this we will need the following tools and consumables:

• The plumbing cable is the basis for the future brush. However, if only a vertical channel is intended to be processed, then the spring cable can be replaced with a wire analogue or a fine-mesh chain.
• A roll of soft wire - this will be used to make a cleaning attachment. If there is no wire, then you can use tire cord after burning out the rubber. Another option for “construction” material for the nozzle is a plastic bottle.
• Any small-sized load - a heavy nut, a cast lead blank. A coffee can filled with sand or shot.
• Steel stud 8-10 millimeters, two nuts, two carabiner fasteners, copper tube.
• Two tiles measuring 5x5 centimeters made of plywood or metal with a thickness of at least 2 mm

The process of making a pipe cleaner with your own hands is as follows:

1. At the point of intersection of the diagonals of the 5-centimeter tiles, we drill a through hole with a diameter similar to that of a hairpin.
2. We cut the cord or wire into measured pieces, the length of which is equal to 2-2.5 times the diameter of the chimney.
3. We take the pin, fix it in a vice and bend the free end into a loop or weld washers with a large internal diameter to it.
4. Next, turn the pin over in the vice with the threaded end up, screw on the first nut on this side and put on the first tile.
5. We bend measured pieces of cord or wire in half, around the pin, forming a ruff. In this case, the wire bristles should be located evenly around the entire circumference for maximum cleaning area.
6. We put the second tile on the stud and screw on the second nut, fixing the wire sticking out in different directions.
7. Using welding, attach a second washer to the free end of the pin or make a loop.
8. We pass the carabiner fasteners through the loops or vertically fixed washers, obtaining a removable attachment for the brush for cleaning.
9. We weld or solder the mounting ring to the load. If a nut is chosen as a suspension, then this operation can be abandoned.
10. We attach the weight to one of the carabiners of the assembled attachment.
11. We put it on the free end of the spring or weeding cable copper tube 4-5 centimeters long. The diameter of the tube is equal to 2-2.5 times the diameter of the cable.
12. We form a loop at the end of the cable, passing the free section into the tube.
13. We rivet the copper tube, fixing a loop for hanging the nozzle with a weight.
14. We fix the cleaning head on the loop using a free carabiner.

That's all. You have made a brush with your own hands for cleaning the vertical channel of a stove or fireplace pipe, and it is ready for use.

But to process horizontal or inclined channels you will need a completely different attachment, which you can also make with your own hands:

• Take a 1.5-2 liter plastic bottle and cut off the bottom of this container.
• Spread the body of the bottle into strips 3-4 millimeters wide, cutting them lengthwise vertical axis from the distant bottom to the neck of the container.
• Punch a hole in the cover, the diameter of which coincides with the diameter of the cable.

After this, you will have to string a perforated lid onto the cable and, having first removed the “vertical” nozzle from the loop, screw the bottle turned into a scraper onto it. Moreover, to firmly fix the nozzle on the brush, it is necessary to pierce the neck and plug with a self-tapping screw, passing it through the loop on the cable.

When making parts with your own hands, you should consider:

• The diameter of the brush is 0.8-1.2 times the diameter of the chimney.
• The diameter of the load is 0.3-0.35 of the diameter of the channel being cleaned.
• Length of spring or wire rope = length of channel being cleaned + 10-15 percent.

A chimney brush is a tool with a long handle, a working element with metal or polymer bristles and an addition in the form of a weight. Manufacturing requires a minimum of time and physical investment, resulting in a universal design for high-quality maintenance of the chimney system.

Clogging of the smoke exhaust duct is caused by a number of reasons:

1. Soot accumulates due to the settling of solid particles of combustion products on the inner surface of the shaft.
2. Condensation forms, the cause of which is the lack of proper thermal insulation of the chimney, which increases the effect of soot and soot sticking.
3. Poor quality fuel is used. For example, prolonged burning of raw wood leads to intense clogging of the chimney system.
4. Resinous fuel resources are used - firewood, lumber and briquettes from spruce, fir, and pine.
5. Waste with a high hydrocarbon content in the form of household waste made from polymers - plastic bottles, polyethylene, rubber products - is burned in the furnace firebox.
6. The heat generator is operated in an incorrect mode, fuel is added in violation of the rules, and the ash pan is rarely cleaned.

Another one possible reason chimney blockage is hidden in the design heating device, the essence of which is errors in the construction or installation of the heat generator, or incorrect structure of the chimney.

A clogged smoke line is fraught with negative consequences:

• the passage for discharging the gas-containing flow becomes clogged, traction deteriorates;
• The energy efficiency of the heat generator decreases, which is associated with insufficient traction force;
• the presence of significant accumulations of soot contributes to the formation reverse thrust, And carbon monoxide may leak into the room.

The most dangerous situation is when soot in the chimney duct ignites with the formation large quantity sparks, this can cause a fire in the roof or neighboring buildings. To eliminate the problem, it is necessary to promptly remove carbon deposits and soot in the gas outlet channel using chemical compositions or homemade devices for mechanical cleaning of the chimney.

Features of mechanical cleaning of a chimney from soot using a brush

Before starting work, the preparatory stage is performed:

• close the vent, firebox door, and cleanout hatches;
• all of the above points are equipped with an elementary filter in the form of a dense damp cloth;
• open all the valves and views of the furnace completely.

The vertical part of the chimney is processed using a brush with a core to weight the tool. The structure is equipped with a long cable or a rope, rope or strong cord is used. It is recommended to choose a rope 2-3 m longer than the height of the pipe in order to secure the outer end to the base of the shaft, otherwise there is a risk of dropping the device into the channel due to the gravity of the core.

To clean the vertical section of the chimney, the device is lowered down the channel, pushing and rotating with a rope in different directions. After the structure with the load and the brush is at the bottom of the shaft, they lift it back up, making the same movements using a rope. If the tool does not pass due to dense layers of soot on certain area, the cable is lifted and sharply lowered into the pipe to break through the blockage.

Cleaning the horizontal channels of the flue is carried out using a brush with a rigid handle. Most often, the device is equipped with a solid or stacked rod, the length of which is selected in accordance with the parameters of the plane being processed. Since the rotary chimney units have special doors, moving along them, it is easy to clean all horizontal sections. If there are no turning openings, use a brush with a cable. Performing circular and rotational movements, the structure is pushed deep into the channel and back.

How to make a ruff yourself

Although a chimney brush is not a product in short supply in Moscow and other regions of the country, most owners of private houses prefer to make this device with their own hands.

A homemade brush for cleaning chimney pipes is made taking into account the specifics of the application. To service metal and asbestos-cement smoke ducts, you should make a brush with a polymer brush. To clean a brick chimney shaft clogged with years of soot, you need to make a solid device from metal raw materials.

Steel wire manufacturing options

To make a brush for cleaning a chimney with your own hands, you need following materials and tools:

• a coil of spring steel wire with a cross section of 1-2 mm or a piece steel cable diameter up to 10 mm;
• threaded pin – 60-80 mm length, 1 pc.;
• washers for bolt – d50 mm, 2 pcs.;
• nuts – 2 pcs. regular, 2 pcs. cap with ring;
• hammer;
• pliers;
• chisel;
• wrench 14.

Sequence of work:

1. The wire is cut taking into account the cross-section of the chimney. In the case of a cable, blanks are made 10% shorter than the diameter of the pipe.
2. At the center point of each element, the fibers are pulled apart to make a hole and placed on a pin. The wire is simply wrapped around the rod.
3. The stud is equipped with steel nuts and washers, clamping the structural elements.

For greater strength, flexible elements can be secured by welding.

When deciding how to make a chimney brush with your own hands, you can choose another product option in the form of a spiral brush. In this case you will need lathe or a homemade rigid structure for tensioning the rod. To make bristles, steel wire d1-2 mm or cable is suitable, and a twisted rod is made of steel wire with a cross-section of 6 mm.

Steps for making a spiral brush:

1. The required number of pieces of the required length are made from the cable.
2. Steel wire d6 mm is folded in half, one end of which is welded, and a loop is twisted on the other.
3. The structure is fixed in the machine. It is necessary to tightly tension the rod between the chuck and the tailstock and give the correct position to its veins.
4. Next, the blanks are placed in the gap between the cores, evenly distributing them along the entire length of the tensioned rod, and fixed with hot-melt adhesive.

When the spindle rotates, the rod twists into a spiral, firmly clamping the wire bristles between the wires.

How to make a homemade brush from a plastic broom

To do this you will need the following materials and tools:

• nylon broom, cord;
• hairpin – up to 10 mm;
• washers – d5 cm 2 pcs.;
• nuts – 2 pcs., one of them with a ring.

Remove the broom from the handle, bend the bristles to the sides, fix the position of the product, heating it with a hairdryer. Make a hole in the center of the broom holder with a drill or a hot nail, thread a pin through it, and secure it on both sides with nuts and washers.

Brush made from plastic bottles

You need to prepare:

• plastic bottles with a volume of 1.5-3 l;
• cable, metal wire d2 mm;
• knife, scissors.

Cut off the top of one bottle; this will be the base of the polymer brush. The bottom part of several containers is removed, the body is cut into strips vertically up to the neck. The blanks are placed on the base, and the strips are secured in several bundles using wire. The base is fixed to the cable.

The nuances of using brushes

To clean the horizontal cavities of the chimney, the brush is equipped with a long rod. A device with metal bristles is recommended to be used for removing soot and soot in vertical pipes. If you have to work on processing horizontal or inclined channels, you should use a brush with a polymer brush.

We can say that a chimney brush is the main tool used for the hygiene of this structure. The device is somewhat similar to toothbrush for cleaning bottles, the principle and overall appearance are very similar, naturally only the dimensions are much larger. The ruff consists of a main spire (also known as the central perpendicular), on which several circles of large “bristles” are made. Often thin steel wire is used, in some cases it is permissible to use only soft types wire.

How to choose the right chimney brush?

Despite a general understanding of the cleaning procedure and an overview of the entire device, many are unaware of significant factors when purchasing finished products. It should be taken into account that the tool is not suitable for every type of channel. For example, for brick structures, a brush with hard “bristles” is suitable, where the “bitten” soot is “settled” quite tightly on the walls. If you are buying for steel pipe, purchase soft remedies, With soft wire or plastic, nylon. Otherwise, the rigid wire may damage the structure. As you can see, there are enough nuances in choosing ruffs and it is important to pay attention to them.

Brush for cleaning a brick chimney

Where is it sold and how much does it cost?

You can buy such a device at any hardware store. If you don't have it, you can purchase a brush for your chimney on the Internet; as a rule, the cost does not differ significantly. average price within 2,000 rubles.

How to make a homemade brush?

If the price seems too high for you, you can make such products yourself. The main thing is to determine exactly what shape you need and for which pipe. There are three main types of brushes:

• The brush is a classic metal brush, shaped like a cylinder. Additional devices included in the kit can be a simple long rope, usually 5 meters, or a weight weighing up to 2 kg. with extension cord.
• A regular brush equipped with steel or nylon bristles. Has a special handle.
• Scraper. It saves the day when there are soot build-ups on the channels that the two previous options cannot cope with. Can be of any suitable shape.

From a plastic bottle

A homemade brush can be made from an ordinary water bottle. Manufacturing stages:

• In the center of the bottom, make a small hole.
• A hole of the same diameter is made in the lid.
• Next, cut the bottle into small strips and attach a pin with a hook to one side.
• On the other side, a pin is also inserted, which are connected together.
• Using nuts, compress the bottle and attach a weight to one side.

The process of making a plastic brush

This design is suitable for cleaning metal and ceramic channels.

From the broom

A chimney brush can be made from an ordinary plastic broom, which is now found in almost every household. Manufacturing stage:

• Cut off the stalk.
• Straighten the “stubble”, you can use a hair dryer. After straightening, we clamp it with a pin and washer.
• From the side of the handle we wind a pin with a hook.
• The structure is tightened on both sides, then a cable with a sinker is attached.

Excellent for cleaning wide channels.

From a metal brush for an angle grinder

A metal brush or brush can even be made from such a device. On this moment the price is not that high, so we recommend buying ready product. If you decide to make a chimney brush with your own hands, remember that you will need two sheets, a threaded rod and nuts. Also, do not forget to use stiff wire or, in some cases, nylon wire as “bristles.”

A complex version made of metal cable

A cable can also be used to clean chimneys. The manufacturing process is much more complex and requires certain efforts and skills. You will need a cable, preferably 1 cm in diameter. An edge of about 10 cm dissolves into individual fibers. They bend into different sides, and in order to hold the mold to clean the pipe, two plates are taken and compressed. A counterweight should be attached to the bottom edge to break up lumps and soot build-ups.

Furnace heating systems require regular maintenance. One of the mandatory procedures is periodic cleaning of the chimney, which becomes clogged over time and becomes overgrown with soot.

For this task, a special brush can be used to clean the internal walls of the chimney.

What is a cleaning brush, what does it look like and what does it consist of?

Structurally, the brush consists of the following parts:

1. Brush. ABOUT main elementalmost always has round shape He's the one withcleans plaque from the internal walls of chimneys.Can be made of metal, plastic or nylon.
2. Sinker. Only used if the brush is attached to a cable. If it is attached to a telescopic pole, then a weight is not needed.The approximate weight of the weight is 2-3 kg.Its purpose is to add weight to a light brush. Without additional weight, a brush on a cable simply will not properly clean off even a light layer of plaque.
3. T rose or pen. A brush is attached to this element, and on it it is lowered into the chimney.

Of the main quality characteristics can be distinguished:

1. D length of the cable (handle).Cables are usually used 10-15 meters long, handles 1-1.5 meters long.
2. Brush diameter ( rectangular products occur, but less frequently than round ones).Can be from 20 to 250 mm.The most common range is 150-200.

Types and products by material and type of design

ABOUT The main differences between all products are 2 nuances:

1. The material from which the brush is made.
2. The method by which the brush will be lowered into the chimney.

By material- the following options are currently used:

1. Metal. These brushes last longer, are more durable and reliable. The disadvantages include less convenient use: if the metal bristles get caught on something, it will be more difficult to “free” it. In addition, metal products are more expensive than plastic ones (but since the cost of any brushes rarely exceeds 2000 rubles, this is not critical).
2. Plastic. It is easier to make such products yourself - it is done quickly and easily (we will describe how exactly below). Plastic brushes wear out and break easily and quickly. In addition, they cope much worse with complex and old blockages.
3. Nylon. Relatively new option, in fact, an intermediate solution between plastic and metal.

By method, with which the brush is lowered into chimney:

1. On a cable/rope. Can only be used from above - the brush is lowered into the pipe under the weight of the sinker. The option is relatively simple, but Badly Suitable for cleaning horizontal areas.The cable can be metal, nylon or rope.
2. On flexible cable(as for cleaning sewer pipes). Pros: can be used both from above and below, and on horizontal areas.
3. On a rigid handle (rod).Universal and more effective option- allows you to quickly clear accumulated soot, can be used in both vertical and horizontal areas.The length of the handle is usually adjustable - for this they are made telescopic, and if necessaryfolded or unfolded.

How to choose the right chimney brush?

Let's summarize the basic selection rules:

1. Rigid handle or cable? Ideally, you should have both options on your farm: they are inexpensive, and it will be much more convenient to work.If you need to choose one thing, and there are no hatches in the chimney, then it is better to take a cable. If the chimney has hatches and is not high, then it is more convenient to use a rigid handle.
2. Which brush material should you choose? For stainless chimneys you need to choose only plastic - it will not scratch stainless steel. For brick and asbestos chimneys, it is better to use a metal or nylon brush.
3. What diameter should the brush be?for round chimney? Selected according to the pipe diameter.
4. What brush diameter should be for a square/rectangular chimney? For the right choice need to measure length and width chimney, and select a brush with a diameter equal to the larger side.
5. What should be the length of the cable/handle? Selectedto the length (height) of the chimney. It is not necessary to take the cable/handle to its full height: cleaning is carried out not only from above or below (from the fireplace or stove), but also through hatches located on different areas chimney.

Where is it sold and how much does it cost?

E rshiki various types and sizes are sold in stores that sell equipment for fireplaces, stoves, and baths.

A tool like this is relatively inexpensive:

• polypropylene brush, diameter 100-120-200 mm: cost - about 700-1000 rubles;
• plastic brush, diameter 200-250 mm: cost - about 1700-2000 rubles;
• metal brush, diameter 150-200 mm: cost - about 1500-1800 rubles;
• metal brush, 250 mm in diameter: cost - about 2200-2500 rubles.

Please note: the amounts given are only for the brush itself and the load. The cable or telescopic extension is usually sold separately. approximate cost extension for 1-1.5 meters - about 400-600 rubles, cable (for 10-15 meters) - up to 100-200 rubles.

A ready-made kit (the brush itself, a cable or extension cord and a weight) will cost around 1500-2500 rubles.

Among the manufacturers on the market of the CIS countries you can find:

1. Hansa.
2. Sitecn.
3. Biltema.
4. Ragar.

How to make a homemade brush?

To clean the stove pipe, you don’t have to go to the nearest store. Homemade brush It's done quite simply and quickly. True, the effectiveness of such a product will most likely be lower than a special purchased one. Therefore, it is suitable for cleaning a not very dirty chimney.

There are many ways to create a ruff with your own hands. Below we provide 5 step-by-step instructions:

1. From plastic bottle for a round chimney.
2. From a plastic bottle and plywood/board for a rectangular/square chimney.
3. From a broom.
4. From metal brush from a Bulgarian.
5. From metal cable.

In all cases we will need:

1. Metal cable (about 2-3 mm thick, longer or at least as long as the height of the chimney) with a carbine.
2. A weight weighing about 3 kg - such a size that it can easily pass into the chimney. For example, it could be a small metal rectangle, or an old dumbbell plate, or a plastic bottle with sand.
3. A coil of wire with a diameter of about 2-4 mm, or a metal pin (length about 10-12 cm, diameter about 5 mm), with unscrewing eyes on both sides.
4. A product from which we will make a brush with our own hands.

Problematic point: on the farm there is a bottle, and a wire, and something for the load, and the rope can be purchased at the nearest store if you don’t have it at home. But finding a suitable hairpin will be more difficult. Therefore, it is easier to take wire instead. It will need to be twisted several times to get a rope 5-7 mm thick and 10-12 cm long (that is, used instead of a hairpin).

From a plastic bottle for a round chimney

In this case, we will make a brush from an empty plastic bottle with a volume of 1.5-2 liters (suitable for cleaning a chimney with a diameter of up to 200 mm).

Step-by-step instruction:

1. A hole is burned, drilled or punched in the lid and bottom of both bottles. Its diameter should be equal to the diameter of the stud.
2. The sides of both bottles are cut through. It is necessary to make slits not reaching the neck and literally 1-2 cm to the bottom. Between each slot, make a distance of approximately 1.5-2 cm.
3. A pin is inserted into the holes made, “pulling” the 2 parts of the bottle together. The cut sides are bent, forming a circle of bent ribbons. It is their edges that will remove soot from the walls.
4. Eyelets are screwed onto both sides of the stud. The cable is attached to the upper eyelet. On the bottom there is a load.

From a plastic bottle for a round chimney (video)

From a plastic bottle for rectangular/square chimney

The instructions are suitable for those who have a square or rectangular chimney.

To create a brush for such a ruff we will need:

1. Sheet of plywood. Plywood that is not very thick will do; a small sheet 6-12 mm thick will be enough.
2. Plastic bottle, volume from 5 liters.
3. Screws (such that they can fasten both pieces of plywood together) - 5-10 pieces.

The cut plastic protrudes between plywood sheets, the photo doesn't show it very well

Step-by-step instruction:

1. You need to cut 2 identical sheets out of plywood, 1-2 cm smaller in size than the size of the chimney. Example: a rectangular hole with a size of 260x130 mm - we cut out 2 pieces of plywood with a size of 240x120 mm.
2. The neck and bottom of the bottle are cut off, after which a cut is made on the side.
3. The plastic is unbent (a rectangular sheet is obtained).
4. A piece is cut out of a bent plastic sheet, 3-6 mm larger than the chimney opening. Example: the chimney hole has a size of 260x130 mm, we cut out sheet 26 from plastic 5x135 mm.
5. Along the perimeter of the plastic sheet, using scissors (or a knife) with a distance of 1-1.5 cm, makecuts 5-10 mm long. It is these narrow parts that will remove plaque from the walls.
6. P the eraser sheet is placed between 2 cut pieces of plywood - so that the “bristles” stick outat the same distance on each side.
7. Pieces of plywood and a plastic sheet between them are bolted together.
8. A hole is drilled in the center into which a pin or coil of wire is inserted.(or any Another part on which the cable and weight can be attached - it’s easier to do this with plywood).

This option can be improved. To do this, you need to cut not 2 pieces of plywood, but 3, and 2 sheets of plastic with small cuts. In this case, we will have 2 layers of “bristles” (and 3 layers of plywood).

From the broom

WITH You can make a brush from an old broom. Important nuance: A round broom with synthetic (polypropylene) dense bristles is suitable for us.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. The broom tip is removed (or cut off).
2. The bristles are straightened so that all the fibers stick out in different directions (like a toilet brush).
3. In the part where the bristles are collected, a hole with a diameter of about 5-7 mm is melted or drilled (for a hairpin or wire).
4. A pin with unscrewed eyes (or twisted wire) is inserted into the hole.
5. A cable was attached to the eyes (or to the wire) on one side, and a weight on the other.

From a metal brush for an angle grinder

IN This option is suitable if you have a disc brush for an angle grinder lying around, and its diameter matches the chimney.

In this case, a load is attached to one end of the axle, and a cable to the other.

From a metal cable (complex option)

The instructions are suitable for those who have welding machine. Using this scheme, you can make a fairly effective brush with your own hands that will not yield

To create a brush you will need:

1. Metal cable, about 10-15 mm in diameter.
2. Welding machine.
3. Saw for metal.
4. Pliers.
5. Wire cutters (optional).
6. A threaded stud, about 8-12 cm long (or better yet, a fully threaded bolt, 8-12 cm long).
7. Nuts for a stud (or bolt), 5-7 pieces or more (depending on how dense the bristles need to be obtained).

Step-by-step instruction:

1. 2-5 pieces are cut from the metal cable. The length of each piece is approximately 5-10 mm longer than the diameter of the chimney. You can take more, and then, if necessary, trim off the excess with pliers.
2. The scraps are unraveled with pliers.
3. A nut is screwed onto one end of the stud (so that the thread protrudes slightly from it). This will be the bottom “support” for the first row of bristles. If you use a bolt, there is no need to screw on the nut: the head will play the role of “support”.
4. A piece of wire (from an unbraided cable) is placed on top of the nut and twisted crosswise (so that it wraps around the pin). The pieces of wire should protrude
5. More pieces of wire are taken and wound in the same way so that the result is a round layer of bristles. An important nuance: the bristles should stick out evenly, forming an even circle.
6. A nut is screwed on top and the twisted wire (brush bristles) is tightly pressed to the first nut (or bolt head).
7. Several more layers of bristles are made in the same way. Each subsequent layer is secured with a nut. It will be enough to make 3-4 rows.
8. Eyelets are welded at the bottom and top - to secure the load and the cable, for which the brush will be lowered into the pipe. As an option, they can also be mounted on a thread.

From a metal cable (video)

What you need to know and do before starting cleaning: Basic Rules

Before you start working, you need to know (and follow) the basic rules:

1. Cleaning is carried out before heating season(ideally - in front of everyone, at least for the purpose of prevention). This way you can prepare the stove pipe for efficient work, and you will be sure that there will be no blockages, leaves, debris, soot build-up or bird nests.
2. The work is best carried out on a windless and dry (and ideally also warm) day. Therefore, at the beginning of autumn it is already worth paying attention to the forecast when choosing suitable date for cleaning.
3. Work on the roof must be carried out with safety harness (safety belt) and comfortable non-slip shoes.
4. Prepare a more powerful flashlight - with its help you can see the condition of the chimney and the results of your work.
5. For work, it is better to change into closed clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Even with the most careful cleaning, soot will still end up somewhere.
6. Use eye and respiratory protection: wear goggles and a respirator. Naturally, the soot will not cause much harm, but sneezing or washing your eyes from it is not very pleasant.
7. Since all the debris and soot will fly down, all the openings on the chimney (hatches), as well as the firebox, must be closed. If you are cleaning a fireplace with an open firebox, it should be covered with plastic wrap.
8. The cleaning process is carried out from top to bottom. If you clean the bottom part of the chimney first (through the firebox), then when cleaning the top part, falling debris can again contaminate the already clean bottom.

How to properly clean a chimney with a brush: step-by-step instructions

Cleaning the chimney with a brush is carried out as follows:

1. Wear special clothing, work shoes, gloves, goggles, and a respirator.
2. Before starting work, you can look into the chimney by illuminating it with a flashlight. This way you can assess its condition in advance and see where it is heavily contaminated.
3. All chimney hatches and the firebox are closed, except for the hole through which cleaning will be carried out.
4. The deflector (or spark arrestor), if any, is dismantled.
5. The brush (it does not matter whether it is on a cable or on a handle) is lowered from above, through the outlet of the chimney. Cleaning is done using up and down movements. If there are blockages in the process, it is better to use a weight on a cable (without a brush).
6. Periodically evaluate the result of the work by looking into the pipe.
7. When top part the pipe will be clean - go below to the hatch and work through it.
8. Upon completion of cleaning, the firebox is opened and the debris poured into it is removed.

Ideally, it is worth combining two cleaning methods: mechanical and chemical. First, clean the chimney with a brush, and then use any of the means that are set on fire in the firebox.

Cleaning process (video)

Advantages and disadvantages of use compared to other cleaning methods

If we consider existing methods cleaning the chimney and comparing them with using a brush, then this option has a number of disadvantages:

• with a brush you have to work independently, while chemical cleaners only need to be set on fire in the firebox;
• even the most careful work does not guarantee that all deposits will be removed;
• the work takes quite a long time, even if chimney straight and low;
• the work is inconvenient, unpleasant, physically difficult, and if you have to work on the roof, it is also dangerous;
• It is safe to clean only in dry (and ideally calm and warm) weather to reduce the risk of falling from the roof.