Brick Wall Behind Wood Burning Stove
We re often asked whether our paints are suitable for use around fireplaces in areas such as the brick behind wood burning stoves or the fireplace surround.
Brick wall behind wood burning stove. A fire resistant wall shield is necessary to eliminate the threat of fire. If the wood stove is installed 36 inches away a wide variety of. The standard minimum clearance for radiant wood stoves is 36 inches according to the national fire protection association nfpa. A brick wall shield will imbue the space with rustic warmth.
Similarly plastering behind your stove will result in cracks forming due to the heat. Without this barrier combustible walls that are less than 36 inches away from. The best wall shields help to radiate the heat from the stove into the room. Bricks around a wood burning stove or a brick surround protect the nearby walls from the heat produced by the stove.
Bare wood or sheetrock walls around a wood stove are fire hazards. It s a good question as many paints aren t up to the job they can easily discolour and flake as they aren t able to withstand such high temperatures. Not only is brick one of the most durable and long lasting materials you can work with it also provides rich texture. Brick is one of the oldest fundamental building materials known to mankind.
Brickwork and stone are popular choices and give a rustic natural feel.