Boxing a boiler flue.

Question

Hello. I have a boiler flue that runs through the kitchen wall, into the adjacent room and out through the external wall in that room. I intended to use this room as a bedroom for my little girl. Is it possible ie safe to box a flue pipe in in this sort of situation? Thanks!

Marco · Accepted Answer

Yes, you can box it in, but current gas safety rules state that you have to have an access panel on every joint.

Tim · Answer

Yes you can, a stud wood frame with plasterboard will cover this nicely.

Patryk · Answer

This is how it is to be done, I did a similar job in my apartment, I stretched the aluminum pipe across the ceiling to the living room, then to the balcony. I built everything up. It was necessary to remove kitchen odors.

Peter · Answer

yes as long as the box is constructed correctly and all filled and painted

Andrew · Answer

Yes, it is ok to do as long as you are in compliance with regulations.

William · Answer

Yes, it’s more than ok as long as you can access it for service and that is basically accessible screws.

William · Answer

It's safe to do so. And seal the boxing joints with silicone to make it air tight

Paul · Answer

You should always consult a gas safety engineer for this answer! Thanks!

Florin · Answer

Yes its is safe to do so as long as there are no valves (in which case you will need an access panel fitted as well, but yes it should be safe to box it :) I hope this helps

Sean · Answer

I would check the latest regulations and maybe speak to a corgi registered installer

Boxing a boiler flue.

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