42 Questions &
43 Answers
Dan H
from Augusta, GA asked:
March 24, 2019
Can this be used to replace the floor of a prefabricated fireplace?
1 Answer
This can not be used as a fireplace floor.
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Brennan W.
on March 25, 2019
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Peter W.
from Michigan asked:
January 8, 2023
Could this replace the heat blanket on a 4100-i Quadra-Fire stove?
1 Answer
I would not recommend using any parts other than the Quadra-Fire-specific parts the manufacturer requires.
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Aaron D.
on January 9, 2023
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Kari
from Sacramento, CA asked:
June 16, 2021
Could this be used as a cook area backboard between the BBQ and a wood shake home?
1 Answer
This product is not intended for such a purpose.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 16, 2021
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Nick S
from Boulder, CO asked:
February 14, 2021
What do you use to cut this board, and are there any special precautions you need to take?
1 Answer
These boards can be cut into two sections via a circular saw. They are fragile, so you will need to be very careful.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on February 15, 2021
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Carl
from SC asked:
January 3, 2021
Can I use this as a liner for a conventional insert fireplace?
1 Answer
No, we would recommend
the Hargrove Replacement Refractory Panels for such a purpose inside a manufactured woodburning fireplace.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 4, 2021
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Anthony P
from Michigan asked:
December 28, 2020
Can I use this vermiculite board on my wood furnace door that gets opened and shut a lot when in use? How thick is this board?
1 Answer
This vermiculite can be used as a stove baffle, but it cannot be used as firebrick within a wood stove. The panels are about 1.25 inches thick.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on December 29, 2020
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Edward P
from Battle Creek, MI asked:
November 25, 2020
What is the average longevity of use for a board in a free-standing wood-stove unit?
1 Answer
Longevity ranges considerably depending on frequency of use, quality of firewood and other factors. Some boards may last several years, while others may need to be replaced after only a few years.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 25, 2020
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Garth
from Sugar City, ID asked:
November 22, 2020
Could this material be used to construct a combustion chamber?
1 Answer
No, it is not intended for such a purpose.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 23, 2020
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Brian T
from Cold Lake, AB asked:
November 21, 2020
Can this be used for a rear refractory in my wood fireplace - Selkirk 640?
1 Answer
No. We would recommend something like
the Hargrove 28" x 24" panel.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 23, 2020
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Bryon
from Buffalo, NY asked:
October 29, 2020
Does it go inside the wood burner up top to divert the flame from going straight up the flute?
1 Answer
These boards are to replace baffles inside the top of the stove. They can be cut to size if OEM panels are not available.
Submitted by:
Nevins P.
on October 30, 2020
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Robert
from Buffalo Mills, PA asked:
October 21, 2020
Can this be used instead of fire brick in a wood stove?
1 Answer
No, these boards are not intended to replace fire brick inside a wood stove.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 22, 2020
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Brian
from Columbus asked:
August 13, 2020
Can these be used to line an outdoor pizza oven?
1 Answer
These parts are not intended for use within an oven where food is being prepared.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on August 13, 2020
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Would this be good for a basement woodstove to build a frame around the stove to keep it from the foam installation that's covering the basement walls?
1 Answer
Yes, this could be used for that purpose. Please note, however, that using these boards does not reduce the required clearances for the particular stove.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on July 27, 2020
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Jerry
from Fenwick Island, DE asked:
April 10, 2020
I am looking for a material I can use outside behind my BBQ grill to protect the external vinyl covered wall of our house. The grill will be a few inches from the wall in an outdoor island type configuration but in front of the wall. Any suggestions other than moving the grill, to protect the wall would be appreciated.
1 Answer
The solution to your problem would be found in the product literature included with your grill or by contacting the manufacturer of your grill directly. You may also contact your local code office to see if any method of clearance reduction would be allowed, but the only definite solution would be to follow the clearance requirements described in the literature for your grill. If the manufacturer doesn't describe a tested and safe method of clearance reduction in this literature, there likely isn't a solution outside of following the minimum clearance requirements.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on April 10, 2020
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AzDon
from Lake Havasu City, AZ asked:
March 25, 2020
What do these panels weigh? Would these panels hold up next to exhaust manifolds in a marine engine compartment?
1 Answer
The shipping weight of this pack of two is approximately 15 lbs. While this has an approximate rating for up to 2,100 degrees Fahrenheit, we cannot advise on this particular application.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on March 26, 2020
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Richard C.
from Connecticut asked:
March 14, 2020
What's the best product to reduce the distance from the woodstove to the combustible wall?
1 Answer
There is no universal product available to reduce clearances. Clearance reduction, if permitted, is prescribed by the manufacturer of a particular stove, and it is dependent on the stove model. For your application, you would need to check in your installation manual for this information.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on March 16, 2020
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Katherine
from Houston, TX asked:
March 9, 2020
Can this be used in a kiln fires to 1600 degrees as a mold for glass?
1 Answer
While this has an approximate rating for up to 2,100 degrees Fahrenheit, we would not recommend installing in a forge or kiln as these conditions would break down the material quickly.
Submitted by:
Kelsey C.
on March 10, 2020
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Robert M.
from Pleasanton, TX asked:
February 9, 2020
Can this be used to insulate underneath the fire brick oven cooking brick surface?
1 Answer
This
Micore 300 would be better for that application.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on February 11, 2020
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Ronald S.
from Detroit, MI asked:
January 8, 2020
Can I use this panel on my Preway wood burning fireplace for a back refractory panel (17.5" tall x 20' wide)?
1 Answer
No those are for a gas unit. However, you can use the
Hargrove DIY cut to fit panels.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on January 8, 2020
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Christina
from Lexington, KY asked:
December 4, 2019
Will this work to cover the chimney opening above ventless gas logs?
1 Answer
From what it appears you are wanting to do I would say that
Micore 300 maybe a better product.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on December 4, 2019
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Kimberly T.
from Kankakee, IL asked:
October 22, 2019
Do I use 1 board or 2 with a blanket?
1 Answer
This product is indeed designed for the inside of wood burning appliances. Its purpose is to not only protect the body of the appliance from the heat of the fire but to also maintain high combustion chamber temperatures. You can layer the board, but we recommend metal panels between panels, not ceramic blanket.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 23, 2019
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Angel D.
from Acworth, GA asked:
October 20, 2019
We are looking for a replacement ceramic fiberboard to fit our 2000 country hearth wood burning heater. Would this work?
1 Answer
This vermiculite can be used as a stove baffle, but it cannot be used as firebrick within a wood stove.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 21, 2019
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Gouthamsai B.
October 14, 2019
I'm looking for a kiln that can insulate 1600 degrees celsius. Will this board work?
1 Answer
While we do not have a specific temperature rating for this product, the compound itself is rated to approximately 2,100 degrees Fahrenheit. However, we wouldn't recommend using it in a forge or furnace as it would probably decay rapidly in those applications.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 15, 2019
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Peter
from Boston, MA asked:
October 3, 2019
I am looking for 3/4" thick vermiculite sheets. Do you carry this?
1 Answer
We apologize but we do not have any that are 3/4 inch thick.
Submitted by:
Kathy O.
on October 3, 2019
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Jaremy
from Chehalis, WA asked:
June 24, 2019
Can this product be used in place of my refractory panels in a wood burning fire place?
1 Answer
No, but we do offer universal refractory panels that can be used in a manufactured woodburning fireplace. Please see the following links:
<a href="https://www.efireplacestore.com/cpf-42428.html">One 24"h x 28"w Panel</a>
<a href="https://www.efireplacestore.com/cpf-42440.html">Two 24" h x 40"w Panels</a>
These panels are about 1" thick and can be cut down to the size you need with a masonry blade or tile saw. They are suitable for use as side, rear and floor panels inside any manufactured woodburning fireplace.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 24, 2019
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Marlene
from Phoenix AZ asked:
June 17, 2019
I am constructing a soldering work station for making jewelry and need a fireproof board to be used as the table surface and backdrop. Will this material work or is there some other material that would be better.
1 Answer
You could use this vermiculite board, though we would recommend some kind of noncombustible material be placed on top of it (tile, brick, stone, etc.).
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 18, 2019
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Melissa
from Danbury, CT asked:
June 9, 2019
Is this board weather proof. Water resistant if used outside? If not is there a coating that can be applied?
1 Answer
No, this board is not intended for outdoor use. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 11, 2019
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Jeff C
from Stafford Springs Ct. asked:
June 9, 2019
Can I get these boards in 18 x 25 x 1.25?
1 Answer
This is the only size we sell, our apologies.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on June 10, 2019
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Ken M
from Las Vegas NV asked:
May 15, 2019
Can this be used as a base under fire brick for a wood burning pizza oven?
1 Answer
That would not work inside a pizza oven. You could try
Hargrove Panels. They are rated over 2000 degrees and are used inside wood burning fireplace.
They would need to be cured first.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on May 15, 2019
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What is the temperature rating of the material?
1 Answer
While we do not have a specific temperature rating for this product, the compound itself is rated to approximately 2,100 degrees Fahrenheit. However, we wouldn't recommend using it in a forge or furnace as it would probably decay rapidly in those applications.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on May 9, 2019
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Millard K
from Apopka, FL asked:
March 14, 2019
I am looking for a larger sizing. The size I am looking for is 24 x 48 x 1 (or thicker). Is this something that is obtainable?
1 Answer
No sorry, we do not carry any that size. They are used inside a wood stove as baffle boards, and that is the size that the unit requires.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on March 14, 2019
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Phil
from Philadelphia, PA asked:
March 4, 2019
Can this be used under a fire pit on a wooden deck?
1 Answer
This could indeed be used under a firepit on a wooden deck.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on March 5, 2019
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Richard
from Globe, AZ asked:
December 17, 2018
Is each piece 1.25", or is the combined thickness 1.25"?
2 Answers
Each board is 1 1/4" thick.
Submitted by:
Cortney O.
on December 18, 2018
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Each piece is 1.25". Just installed it today in my stove. It's easy to cut with a fine tooth saw but be careful as it's somewhat fragile and will break.
Submitted by:
Michelle
on December 18, 2018
from Colorado
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Philip V
from CA asked:
November 2, 2018
Can this be used as firebrick?
1 Answer
This is meant to be used as a stove baffle and can not be used as firebrick.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on November 5, 2018
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Bill
from East Texas asked:
October 23, 2018
Could you use this on a wall behind a wood burning stuff that was installed to close?
1 Answer
This board is not approved for use as a wall or floor protector.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on October 23, 2018
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Rick P
from Meridianville, AL asked:
September 18, 2018
Can this product be planed down using a wood planer, or cut to thickness on a table saw?
1 Answer
You can cut that panel, but it is not recommended for use in a wood burner
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on September 18, 2018
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Ben
from Pilot mountain NC asked:
August 14, 2018
Will this work as a upper baffle in a wood stove, the free span is 14 inches ?
1 Answer
This is indeed appropriate to be used as the upper baffle of a wood stove.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on August 15, 2018
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Tim
from Dallas, TX asked:
October 10, 2016
Do you have the heat resistance specs on this material?
1 Answer
The maximum temperature rating is around 2000 degrees F.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on October 11, 2016
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Tony
from Lorena, TX asked:
September 17, 2016
Is this vermiculite product free of asbestos?
1 Answer
The product utilizes some ceramic fiber, but is completely free of asbestos.
Submitted by:
eFireplaceStore
on September 19, 2016
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David
from San Antonio, TX asked:
February 8, 2016
Will this material work to insulate or line a fire box on BBQ pit?
1 Answer
If this will be used between the layers of steel, there will be no issue with this and the product will work quite well.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on February 9, 2016
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Tom
from Neillsville asked:
October 24, 2013
Would this work in the fire chamber of a pellet/multi-fuel stove? How easy is it to cut to fit my application?
1 Answer
This product can indeed be used to replace existing ceramic baffles or vermiculite board in applications where only small biomass fuels are used. The boards can be cut into two sections via a circular saw.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 24, 2013
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Randy S
from Lakeview, OR asked:
February 16, 2012
Is this used for the inside of the stove and woks as a return?
1 Answer
This product is indeed designed for the inside of wood burning appliances. Its purpose is to not only protect the body of the appliance from the heat of the fire but to also maintain high combustion chamber temperatures.
Submitted by:
Kevin E. - Fireplace Specialist
on February 16, 2012
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