skorstein
Skorstein, in English commonly called a chimney, is a vertical structure in a building that vents combustion gases from fireplaces, stoves, boilers, or furnaces to the outdoors. Its primary function is to provide a safe path for hot gases and smoke, prevent backdrafts, and protect interior spaces from heat and moisture. A skorstein typically comprises a flue within a chimney stack, a flue liner, a smoke chamber and throat, a damper for controlling draft, a cleanout, and a cap or crown at the top to keep rain and debris out.
There are two main types of skorsten: masonry skorsten and prefabricated or metal skorsten. Masonry skorsten
Operation and design considerations: Draft is driven by buoyancy, so hot gases rise and draw in fresh
Maintenance and safety: Regular inspection and cleaning are essential to remove creosote and soot, check for