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Can I partially close the damper on my wood burning fireplace so less air goes up the chimney?

April 26, 2017air chimney damper fireplace

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Can I partially close the damper on my wood burning fireplace so less air goes up the chimney?

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No. The damper must be in the fully open position when burning either wood or using gas logs. Partially closing the damper can cause smoke to come into the room when burning wood, or cause carbon monoxide (CO) to come into the room when using gas logs.