Does anyone know what the "red dust" is that falls from a fireplace?
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Ann
This has been sealed for years and has no chimney. I usually wipe away the dust on a daily basis.
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If its a brick fireplace I would assume the brick is breaking down.
If thats the case, then this might help you out http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/property/advice/8773885/How-to-treat-crumbling-brickwork.html
Maybe it's time for a fresh resealing http://homeguides.sfgate.com/seal-crumbling-interior-bricks-38954.html