Your stove door rope seal (also called a gasket) plays a vital role in keeping your log burner or multi-fuel stove safe and efficient. Over time, this rope seal naturally wears out – leading to heat loss, reduced performance, and even safety risks.
Here are 5 clear signs it’s time to replace yours:
1. Smoke Leaks Around the Door
If you notice smoke escaping when your stove is in use, it’s often a sign that the rope seal isn’t forming a tight fit anymore. A proper seal should keep all smoke and gases inside the flue system.
2. Loose or Frayed Rope
Run your hand (when the stove is cold!) around the rope. If it’s coming away easily, feels brittle, or looks frayed, it’s no longer doing its job.
3. Excessive Heat on the Stove Door
If the door handle or glass feels much hotter than usual, it could be because heat is escaping through a poor seal.
4. Difficulty Controlling the Burn
Struggling to keep a steady flame? A leaking rope seal allows extra air into the stove, making it harder to manage burn rate and fuel efficiency.
5. Blackened or Cloudy Stove Glass
Yes, this can be caused by fuel quality – but a failing rope seal is a common culprit. Poor sealing lets smoke linger on the glass, leaving heavy soot deposits.
✅ The Easy Fix: Replace Your Rope Seal
The good news is that replacing a rope seal is quick, affordable, and restores your stove’s performance instantly.
At Hodgsons Stove Supplies, we’ve put together Rope Seal Kits that include:
2 metres of premium rope (choose 8mm, 10mm, or 12mm) High-temperature adhesive (30ml tube).
👉 Shop Rope Seal Kits Now https://www.hodgsonchimneysweep.co.uk/product/hodgsons-stove-rope/
Keep your stove safe, efficient, and ready for winter.
💡 Pro Tip: We also supply and fit rope seals as part of our stove service – just ask when booking your sweep
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