Had to choose between fiberglass rods and polypropylene brushes on a tough job in Austin

Last Thursday I had a chimney with heavy creosote buildup, like a quarter inch thick in some spots. I picked the polypropylene brush thinking it would be gentler on the flue liner, but man it took twice as long to get through the gunk. Ended up wishing I'd just gone with the fiberglass rods and a wire brush from the start. Has anyone else had this tradeoff where the safer tool just doesn't cut it?

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schmidt.grace2d ago

Tbh I think the fiberglass rods would've saved you more time than you'd think.

riverm482d ago

36 inch rods worked perfect for my tent setup last month.