41 Questions &
41 Answers
Casey
from MA asked:
September 1, 2022
Can I paint the interior surface of my fireplace?
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Per Rutland, you can use their paint on the interior bricks of your masonry fireplace.
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Kathy O.
on September 2, 2022
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Wendall
from So Burlington, VT asked:
April 24, 2022
How do you clean the brush after use?
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You can clean the brush with mineral spirits.
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Kathy O.
on April 25, 2022
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Cam
from Georgia asked:
November 3, 2021
Is a respirator really necessary when applying this paint?
1 Answer
Per the manufacturer, one is indeed recommended.
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Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 3, 2021
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Len
from Albuquerque, NM asked:
June 13, 2021
Can I wait a few months to fire up the stove after application?
1 Answer
No, it is recommended to cure the paint after the second coat is dry to the touch. This is done by allowing the surface to gradually and slowly heat over the course of an hour or two to reach temperatures up to 500 degrees (F). During this process, please allow proper ventilation while heating for the first time.
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Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 14, 2021
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Russ
from Steamboat Springs, CO asked:
May 17, 2021
Can you use this product to refinish stove grates?
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Yes, however it is suggested to clean the grate as much as possible so the paint has an adequate surface to adhere to.
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Aaron D.
on May 17, 2021
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Al
from Pittsburgh, PA asked:
May 17, 2021
Can this paint be used inside a gas fireplace on the steel walls?
1 Answer
This product is not intended to be used on the interior of a fireplace.
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Aaron D.
on May 17, 2021
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Connie B.
from Bluffton, SC asked:
May 8, 2021
Can this product be used on the interior of a pre-fab indoor fireplace that is being converted to gas logs?
1 Answer
This product is not recommended for use inside of a firebox.
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Aaron D.
on May 10, 2021
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Donna S
from St. Paul, MN asked:
March 14, 2021
Can this paint be used inside of a brick fireplace?
1 Answer
It is not recommended to paint the interior of a masonry fireplace. The paint will not adhere properly to the brick and will produce fumes when a fire is lit.
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Aaron D.
on March 15, 2021
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Stanley S
from PA. asked:
March 3, 2021
Can this paint be used on an exhaust pipe and the manifold?
1 Answer
The intended use of this product is for the painting of heating appliances such as a wood stove.
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Aaron D.
on March 3, 2021
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Kim
from New Mexico asked:
November 10, 2020
Will this paint work on the metal trim on fireplace doors?
1 Answer
This would indeed work on the metal trim for fireplace doors.Â
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Brennan W.
on November 12, 2020
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Gary H
from Michigan asked:
September 27, 2020
How long do I wait for second coat?
1 Answer
Here are the application instructions for this paint:Â Apply to a cold stove or surface with a brush. Apply the first coat and then let it dry to the touch for about 1-2 hours before attempting to re-coat. After the second coat is dry to the touch, then the heat cure can be applied. This is done by allowing the surface to gradually and slowly heat over the course of an hour or two to reach temperatures up to 500 degrees (F). (During this process, please allow proper ventilation while heating for the first time.)
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Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on September 28, 2020
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Brian S
from Wilmington, DE asked:
August 19, 2020
Will this paint work on concrete and brick like a pizza oven?
1 Answer
This paint is only intended for use on plate steel or cast iron stoves. We cannot guarantee satisfactory results when applying it to concrete/stone.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on August 19, 2020
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Donald C
from North Carolina asked:
June 17, 2020
Can this paint be used on a propane burner that is exposed to direct flame and heat?
1 Answer
No. Over time, this paint would peel and crack in this application due to flame contact.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 18, 2020
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Linda
from Winston Salem, NC asked:
May 17, 2020
Can this paint be used on the firebox of a gas log fireplace?
1 Answer
Yes. For more information and details, please see our
fireplace paint buying guide.
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Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on May 18, 2020
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Dave S.
from Boston, MA asked:
April 12, 2020
I've got a metal fire pit where the weather cover deteriorated and the fire pit has rusted. I want to clean off the rust and repaint the inside as well as the outside. Which paint would be best for that?
1 Answer
That Rutland 1200 degree will work fine. If you rather a color, any of the
Stove Brite Brand Paints will work great as well.
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Owen O.
on April 13, 2020
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Matthew W.
from Silver Spring, MD asked:
March 8, 2020
I spray painted the interior of my firebox with Rustoleum about six years ago. I'm looking for a nice permanent solution. Would the Rutland 1,200 Degree Black be a good solution? Could I simply apply the paint over the existing finish?
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The Rutland 1,200 Degree Black Stove Paint would work for your application, but we would recommend sanding down the area you are going to paint. This will help to decrease the peeling of the paint when heat is applied, which is a concern when the underlying layer is something like the Rustoleum product.
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Kelsey C.
on March 10, 2020
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Trevor H.
February 27, 2020
Can this paint be exposed to direct flame?
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It may not. In fact, none of the paints we offer may be exposed to direct flame.Â
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Will M.
on February 27, 2020
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Joe R.
from Uniontown, PA asked:
January 31, 2020
I have a metal Heatalator inside my stone fireplace in my house which the surface of the metal is starting to rust. Can I use this paint on the metal before I put a gas log fireplace insert in?
1 Answer
You can paint your heatilator with Stove Bright paint. I don't believe it will resolve your rust issue. There may be a leak at your chase top where moisture is entering the home. An insert is fine, as long as the heatilator is not damaged and is functional.
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Brian L.
on February 3, 2020
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Bisamrk C
from Nogales, AZ asked:
November 22, 2019
Can this product be used in brick chimneys?
1 Answer
It is not recommended to paint over brick and mortar, as the high temperatures often cause the paint to discolor and separate quickly. The better option would be to apply a thin coating of refractory mortar over the existing material. This will seal and protect any damaged brick, while enhancing the thermal efficiency of the fireplace.
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Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 22, 2019
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Ron
from Winter Haven, FL asked:
November 20, 2019
I have a firepit that was built with 8 x 16 concrete blocks, will this product help with cracking blocks? Can this product be applied directly on the blocks?
1 Answer
This paint will likely crack and peel soon after application, depending on the amount of heat generated from the firepit and the proximity to the flames. We do not recommend it for this reason.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 20, 2019
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Arliss
from 40701 asked:
November 19, 2019
Is this paint suitable for painting fire brick inside a gas fireplace?
1 Answer
Yes, it is.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on November 20, 2019
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Raafat G.
from Mclean, VA asked:
October 24, 2019
Can I use this product to paint the masonry wall inside the fireplace, and is it necessary to clean the charred wall before use?
1 Answer
Yes you can use it inside the fireplace. Yes you would want to clean the surface very well prior to application.Â
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Owen O.
on October 24, 2019
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John A
from Lincoln NE asked:
June 11, 2019
Can it be painted on the inside of a metal box which is used for shish kebabing? I'm worrying about paint/fire/coal marriage.
1 Answer
None of the paints we offer will be safe for use in the application described.Â
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Will M.
on June 12, 2019
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Robyn
from St. Louis, MO asked:
March 24, 2019
How do I cure the painted surface inside my fireplace?
1 Answer
The curing instructions for this paint per the manufacturer are:
"Apply to a cold stove or surface with a brush. Apply the first coat and then let it dry to the touch for about 1-2 hours before attempting to re-coat. After the second coat is dry to the touch, then the heat cure can be applied. This is done by allowing the surface to gradually and slowly heat over the course of an hour or two to reach temperatures up to 500 degrees (F). (During this process, please allow proper ventilation while heating for the first time.)"
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Brennan W.
on March 25, 2019
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shawn
from somerset, pa asked:
February 25, 2018
Can this be used to paint burner covers for a gas stove?
1 Answer
Yes, this would be the paint you would use.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on February 26, 2018
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Mark
from Alpharetta, GA asked:
January 30, 2018
Can this paint be used in a sprayer
1 Answer
There is no reason why it could not.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on January 30, 2018
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Banta
from NC asked:
July 16, 2017
Can I use this product to paint the galvanized steel chimney pipe (the one exposed at my roof)? This is new construction and our builder did not know it was possible to install a black chimney pipe, hence the shiny steel is an eye sore - as it rises some 6 - 8 feet above the roof. Thank you for any information.
1 Answer
This paint can most certainly be used to paint your exposed galvanized chimney above the roof.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on July 17, 2017
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Marilyn
from Seattle, WA asked:
July 11, 2017
Is this paint oil based?
1 Answer
No, this high heat paint is a silicone resin paint.
Submitted by:
Owen
on July 11, 2017
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Sue
from NY asked:
January 21, 2017
Can this be used on the inside of a fireplace?
1 Answer
This can indeed be used inside a fireplace.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on January 23, 2017
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Kelly
from IL asked:
August 18, 2016
Can I cure my mini pieces inside a outdoor gas grill??
1 Answer
A gas grill can indeed be used to cure high temperature paint.
Submitted by:
eFireplaceStore
on August 19, 2016
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Dan
from GA asked:
June 16, 2016
Will this product cover Duravent SS stove pipe?
1 Answer
This product can indeed be used to cover the Duravent brand of stainless stovepipe and chimney. The pipe should be thoroughly wiped down with a solution of water and vinegar to remove any residual machining oil that is still present on the pipe. Once dry, the surface of the pipe should be roughened with a 600 to 800 grit sandpaper, then painted.
Submitted by:
eFireplaceStore
on June 17, 2016
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Robert
from Grass Valley, CA asked:
May 19, 2016
What are the application and curing instructions?
1 Answer
This is the information I received from the manufacturer, Rutland.
Apply to a cold stove or surface with a brush. Apply the first coat and then let it dry to the touch for about 1-2 hours before attempting to re-coat. After the second coat is dry to the touch, then the heat cure can be applied. This is done by allowing the surface to gradually and slowly heat over the course of an hour or two to reach temperatures up to 500 degrees (F). (During this process, please allow proper ventilation while heating for the first time.)
Submitted by:
Chris C.
on May 20, 2016
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Kathy
from Pennsylvania asked:
February 27, 2016
Will it cover over a brass grill which trims the bottom, outside of my wood burning fireplace?
1 Answer
It can indeed be used for your purpose.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on March 1, 2016
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David
from OH asked:
April 24, 2015
Can this Rutland 1200 degree stove paint be used on the top grates of gas stoves?
1 Answer
This paint is not suggested for use on the top grate of a gas stove.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on April 27, 2015
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Marlyn
from NY asked:
February 5, 2015
Would this product work and not flake off vermiculite panels?
1 Answer
The 1,200 degree paint should indeed be sufficient to hold to the ceramic panels. Coating the panels in repeated light passes is ideal.
Submitted by:
eFireplaceStore
on February 5, 2015
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Robin
from Orlando, FL asked:
January 28, 2015
Can this paint be brushed onto the "brass" of fireplace glass doors of a wood burning fireplace without it being combustible?
1 Answer
This high temperature paint can indeed be applied to brass doors surrounds, trim, and louvers. In order for the paint to adhere properly, it is necessary to roughen the brass surface with a 400 grit sandpaper. This will give texture to the surface and allow the paint to take.
Submitted by:
eFireplaceStore
on January 29, 2015
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Cammie
from Midlothian, VA asked:
September 3, 2014
Can this paint be used inside of a wood burning fireplace?
1 Answer
This product can be used to coat the metal interior chassis of a wood burning prefabricated fireplace, but it is not recommended for painting masonry or refractory panels. The paint does not adhere well to this type of material and will flake and discolor relatively quickly, if you are planning on continuing to burn wood.
Submitted by:
eFireplaceStore
on September 3, 2014
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Collin
from Roanoke, VA asked:
January 21, 2014
Will this paint adhere to firebox bricks and withstand the heat of gas logs?
1 Answer
While this paint can withstand close proximity to gas log sets, it is not designed to adhere to firebrick or refractory liners. The paint should only be used on metal surfaces.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 21, 2014
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DiAnne
from Avon, CT asked:
January 6, 2013
Can this product be used to paint the inside of a fireplace box?
1 Answer
This product can indeed be used to paint metal firebox panels. However, I do not recommend using it to paint decorative refractory or ceramic panels, as the paint will peel and separate relatively quickly.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 6, 2013
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Clarence C
from Lexington Park, MD asked:
November 6, 2012
Do you need a primer when using this paint?
1 Answer
It is not necessary to use a primer with this type of paint. However, it is recommended to use a primer if the stove body being painted has any corrosion that has built up.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 6, 2012
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Linda
from Atlanta, GA asked:
February 25, 2012
Can this be used to refurbish electric stove grates?
1 Answer
As long as there is not a danger of the grate contacting an part of the heating element in the stove itself, there will be no reason that this paint could not be used for this type of application.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on February 27, 2012
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