Rutland Products Creosote Remover, Fireplace, Wood Stove & Chimney Cleaner, 2 lb Tub

Easy to use and def helped open fire . But sad can't recover it think the whole uk delivery damaged by Bresit !

It the second time I ordered this because it breaks down the creasote build up

Efficace 👍

This does work, but when the soot liquifies, it will run back down the flue, and any joint or angle can leak. If you have angles in your flue from an offset stove, watch for drips that will make a mess. (Glass cleaner works great to clean that up). Since I have a wood stove and 6" flue, I use half of the recommended amount and only half the time interval. My flue stays clear, but the crusted residue can fall off the inside to block the airflow.

I almost never leave reviews (and when I do it's because I'm angry) but this is an exception. I had a woodstove chimney fire many years ago and decided to start using this after the last time the chimney was cleaned about 5 years ago. I read every web page that said anything about using creosote remover and the vast majority said it's a scam. I tried it anyway. Then I neglected to get it cleaned for at least 5 years while using it. I just had it and my fireplace chimneys cleaned before the heating season. The fireplace chimney was disgusting, the guy showed me the big pile of soot that fell out. I have never used it up there because we maybe have 30 fires a year in it. I asked about the woodstove fearing the worst but he said it was spotless. I burn it every day I'm home (I work at home) and it's under 55 outside, so about 90-100 fires a year. I use it more often than recommended just in case. It's worth the extra $10 for the peace of mind.