Wood Stove Attic Insulation Shield

This item is a part of the sl300 series wood burning pipe components 8.

Wood stove attic insulation shield.

An attic insulation shield is required for installations that pass through an attic to prevent insulation and debris from accumulating near the chimney. Joe shows you how to make an attic insulation shield when space is an issue. Consists of two parts a collar and a base. A shield of this type can reduce wall clearances by 1 2 or ceiling clearances by 1 3.

Find chimney attic insulation shields at lowe s today. The attic insulation shield provides a barrier between direct vent gas pipe and insulation materials above a flat ceiling. The attic insulation shield fits over the firestop radiation shield or a support box. Joe gives more information on when and why.

Also please refer to the appliance manufacturer installation instructions for proper venting procedures and practices as they can require it too.