Things You'll Need
1/4-inch wire mesh
Wire
Pliers
Tape measure
Wood stove spark arrestors prevent sparks and embers from exiting the stove pipe of a wood stove, helping to prevent accidental fires. Building your own spark arrestor out of common wire found at a hardware store is quite easy to do. By following a few simple steps, you can save not only a forest but potentially thousands of homes.
Step 1
Measure the diameter of the end of your stove pipe.
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Step 2
Measure and cut a piece of wire mesh as long as the total perimeter around the pipe and 8 inches tall.
Step 3
Roll the mesh together and use the wire and pliers to "stitch" the edges of the wire mesh together to make a cone.
Step 4
Slide the cone over the top of the stove pipe prior to lighting a fire.
Tip
Spark arrestors are not as necessary during the winter months, but are highly recommended, if not required, during the summer months.
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