Creosote is a natural by-product of burning wood. When this creosote is left untreated, it will undergo pyrolysis from continued exposure to heat and change form to bubbly deposits or a shiny tar-like appearance. When this happens, a conventional sweeping will not suffice and chemical treatment(s) are needed to break down the creosote. Our specialized creosote remover is designed specifically to dissolve baked on, third stage creosote glaze, and this eliminates baked on resins without requiring heat. After the glazed surface is abraded with a flat wire brush the application of this solution will reduce the creosote to brushable ash.
There are a number of variables that affect the amount of creosote deposited inside the chimney. Some of these variables include smoke density, average flue gas temperature, and residence time.
