I bought a balloon type fireplace plug that installs below the damper. Long story short……not so good. Anybody have any better solutions? Next step is to build a frame with a plexiglass panel that will go over the glass door screen. Not sure how well this will work. We don’t use the fireplace. I was thinking of stuffing a foam pillow up against the damper.
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https://www.amazon.com/Flueblocker-Rectangle-Chimney-Sheep-Plug/dp/B019736TCS/ref=sr_1_5?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkcKg8Lq6-wIVUuDICh13fwlWEAAYASAAEgKuP_D_BwE&hvadid=390320440970&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9008183&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8354382125360912356&hvtargid=kwd-405474277806&hydadcr=19147_10196144&keywords=fireplace%2Bdraft%2Bstopper%2Bplug&qid=1668868319&sr=8-5&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.08f69ac3-fd3d-4b88-bca2-8997e41410bb&th=1
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I found this on amazon with a quick google search.
One question only you can answer is how permanent you want this closure to be.
Thank You. Looks like a good solution. I'd detach the damper handle, which looks like the best soultion for me, just hope the work is worth it.
I have a similar situation in my home. Balloon worked ok, but not great. The easy option is to seal off at the top and place a clear warning in the fireplace stating not to use. We ended up having a piece of bluestone placed over the flue. I am pretty sure I read this idea on FHB or GBA.