Brick is one of the oldest fundamental building materials known to mankind.
Brick wall behind wood burning stove.
The best wall shields help to radiate the heat from the stove into the room.
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.
Similarly plastering behind your stove will result in cracks forming due to the heat.
Wood beams can be incorporated at the top of an alcove to give extra design flair or to form a mantlepiece.
Earthborn claypaint has a high clay content and is free from acrylics and oils meaning it can withstand very high temperatures without affecting the finish.
Brickwork and stone are popular choices and give a rustic natural feel.
Without this barrier combustible walls that are less than 36 inches away from.
Bare wood or sheetrock walls around a wood stove are fire hazards.
Oct 26 2011 stone hearth and brick wall behind wood stove.
Not only is brick one of the most durable and long lasting materials you can work with it also provides rich texture.
Bricks around a wood burning stove or a brick surround protect the nearby walls from the heat produced by the 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.
A fire resistant wall shield is necessary to eliminate the threat of fire.