Are Hearthstone Stoves good?

Are Hearthstone Stoves good?

Hearthstone Wood Stoves – Overall Overall, Hearthstone wood stoves are a great investment. Since most stoves feature soapstone construction and utilize a secondary combustion or non-catalytic design, the stoves are easy to operate, require low maintenance and look beautiful in your home.

Does a gas fireplace need a hearth?

Most modern gas only fireplaces with fixed glass do not require a hearth extension. The manufacturers usually require a 36″ clear space in front (no furniture, etc.). Now if this was a wood burning fireplace that had a gas insert, the hearth extension would still be required.

What goes in front of a fireplace?

Hearth: The area on the floor just in front of the fireplace, usually made from bricks or stone.

What should I put under my wood stove?

Wood stoves need a heat-resistant pad underneath to protect the house from excessive heat and flames. The pad should extend at least 18 inches past all sides of the stove, but check your model to learn whether it requires a larger pad.

Can you cook on a HearthStone heritage?

Yes, you can cook on it.

Can you put hardwood in front of a gas fireplace?

If you install a gas fireplace, no chimney, only a vent, it is considered an appliance not a real fireplace, so wood floor can go right up to the base… Hearth extension shall extend at least 16 inches in front of, and 8 inches beyond each side of the fireplace opening.

What is code for gas fireplace surround?

The standard building code is 6 inches of minimum clearance around the opening of the fireplace and it must be surrounded by a noncombustible material. However, if the mantel projects more than 1 1/2 inches from the face of the fireplace, the top noncombustible clearance must be at least 12 inches.

What is the best hearth material for a solid fuel fire?

For solid fuel we would recommend that you use either Granite or Tiled hearths. Slate and Limestone is not recommended due to these materials being softer and scratching easily and can crack with the greater heat of a solid fuel fire.

Can a fire surround be used with a gas fire?

Fire Surrounds With one of the fire surrounds available at Direct Fireplaces, you can add charm and character to any room in your house. Our wooden and stone fireplace surrounds and mantelpieces have been carefully selected by our expert team from leading brands, and are suitable for use with open fires, gas fires and electric fires.

What is the best stone for a fire surround?

Marble Fire Surrounds. Marble is a stunning stone and is renowned for its elegant appearance. These fire surrounds look fantastic and can transform your room with a Victorian era style. Black Granite Fire Surrounds. Black Granite is a very sleek stone and is renowned for its elegant appearance.

Why are fireplace hearths made of non-combustible materials?

The reason for this is to protect the occupants and the surrounding materials from the fire. Typical non-combustible materials used for fireplace hearths include granite, slate, micro-marble and tiled hearths, all available below in a range of sizes.