Maintaining your chimney is a critical part of home safety. Regular cleaning with a quality chimney brush helps remove soot and creosote deposits, making your fireplace or wood stove safer and more efficient. At Ace Hardware, find an array of chimney sweeping accessories for your project.
Why a Clean Chimney Matters
A clean chimney is a safer chimney. Regular sweeping with a chimney brush removes creosote, soot, ash and debris, buildups that can block airflow and ignite fires. Keeping your chimney clear is an essential part of responsible home heating maintenance.
- Prevent chimney fires: Removing flammable creosote and soot reduces the risk of chimney fires.
- Improve efficiency: A clear flue lets smoke and gases escape freely, improving draft and heating performance.
- Avoid damage: Creosote and moisture can corrode your chimney liner over time, leading to costly repairs.
Your Chimney Cleaning Toolkit
Having the right chimney cleaner and brush makes the job easier and more effective. We can help you find the right supplies for your specific chimney type.
Choose the Right Chimney Brush
Selecting the correct chimney cleaning brush is essential to avoid damaging your flue.
- Wire brushes: These stiff brushes are designed for traditional masonry chimneys with a clay flue liner. Their aggressive cleaning action is effective at scraping away tough creosote from brick and mortar.
- Poly brushes: Use a polypropylene (poly) brush for a modern metal or prefabricated chimney flue. The plastic bristles are stiff enough to clean effectively but won't scratch or damage the metal liner.
Rods and Chimney Sweep Accessories
A chimney brush attaches to flexible rods that allow you to push the brush up from the fireplace or down from the roof. A chimney cleaning kit is a great starting point as it often bundles the brush rods and any necessary adapters together.
Essential Stove & Chimney Maintenance Products
Ace Hardware also has what you need for cleaning and minor repairs to keep your stove and chimney safe, efficient and looking great.
- Refractory cement: Rated for extremely high temperatures and used to fill small cracks or gaps inside your firebox.
- High-temperature silicone sealant: Creates a durable waterproof seal around the exterior of your chimney flue or where it meets the stove pipe.
- Creosote removers: Powder or liquid treatments that help break down creosote deposits when added to a hot fire.
- Brick cleaner: Removes soot and smoke stains from fireplace brickwork to restore its appearance.
- Fireplace mortar: Repairs and seals joints in firebrick and masonry for added durability.
- High-heat paint: Protects and refreshes stove surfaces exposed to extreme temperatures.
- Stove polish: Restores shine and protects cast iron stoves from rust and wear.
- Glass cleaner: Formulated to remove soot and residue from stove and fireplace glass doors.
- Soot remover: Helps break down stubborn soot deposits for easier cleaning.
Shop Chimney Brushes and Accessories Near You at Ace Hardware
Shop chimney brushes, cleaning tools and fireplace accessories at your local Ace Hardware. Our helpful staff can guide you to the right products for safer, more efficient heating. While you're here, check out our other heating essentials. From firewood racks and ash buckets to fire starters and hearth rugs, we'll help you get prepared for a cozy winter season.
