Finally they help block downdrafts.
Rain hat chimney cowl.
A damp chimney in its self will cause problems from getting more dirty as the fumes will stick to the lining of the pots creating tar and creosote.
The stainless steel rain hat from the mad range.
Chimney covers protect your fireplace flue from rain animals and debris.
Chimney cowls are fitted to the top of a chimney pot or flue essentially it is added to improve the chimney or flue function.
To solve this issue you can purchase a cowl that serves multiple purposes.
The rain cap on top of the cowl prevents water from dripping down into your flue also the wire mesh on the outside serves as a spark arrester and a device to repel birds and animals.
They will also stop some rain entry.
An eye catching yet functional design the windkat chimney cowls create the perfect solution that does not rely on the wind to draw air but instead creates a constant draw to provide an efficient and steady fire.
Galvanized steel single flue chimney cap.
Anti downdraught chimney cowls the main function of anti downdraught chimney cowls is to reduce or eliminate downdraught in your chimney.
Windkat chimney cowls are often considered the market leading product that combines a chimney pot and chimney cowl.
Static chimney cowls these are simple birdguard cowls designed to keep birds and vermin out of your chimney.
They can also protect your roof and reduce fire risk by trapping sparks and embers.
Cowls have several purposes from bird guards revolving chimney cowls and standard chimney cowls their use is to stop birds rain increase updraught or decrease downdraughts.
They also offer the functions of the static chimney cowls.
This is the most popular and basic cowl required for an open fire or stove.