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Stove Boards
Stove boards, also known as hearth boards or hearth pads, are primarily used to insulate your floor from the heat produced by a wood stove or furnace. If you're interested in one of these appliances there's a good chance that you're going to have to install it with a stove board in order to maintain safe clearances. But even if your stove doesn't require a hearth board, you may want to consider getting one to use as a hearth extension.
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Bill
from Charlottesville, NC asked:
February 12, 2016
Do you sell stove boards with an R-rating of over 2.5?
1 Answer
Unfortunately, no. The boards we carry have a maximum R-value of 1.56. A board with a higher value would likely have to be custom made or a prefabricated board would need to have a product such as the SBI Micore-300 Mineral Fiber Board - Pack of Four beneath it.
eFireplaceStore
on February 15, 2016
Lee
from MT asked:
July 26, 2013
Do you make any stove boards that will accommodate a fresh air intake of 4" for outside air or can these be modified?
1 Answer
While we do not offer a stove board with a precut hole for outside air, an opening could be cut into any of the steel bodied boards that we offer.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on July 26, 2013
Frank
from Columbus, Ohio asked:
February 1, 2013
I have a wood burning stove and need a stove board. I also have a wood floor and I do not want to scratch it. Are there boards that have a soft backing that won't scratch the floor?
1 Answer
While we do not offer a board that has a soft backing, there are several ways that the board can be modified to protect the floor. If a board is used that has an R value that meets or exceeds what the stove requires, you can add rubber or felt backing to the underside of the board, before laying it in position. If the board does not meet the required R value for the stove, you must use a noncombustible material beneath the board. One option is the SBI Micore-300 Mineral Fiber Board - Pack of Four. This material not only adds insulating value, but will also protect the floor from damage.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on February 1, 2013
steve
from Phoenix asked:
November 8, 2012
I have carpeting in my home. If I buy a wood stove, can I just set the stove on top of the stove board? Will this be safe? I hate to tear up the carpet and install tile.
1 Answer
Yes, you can indeed use an appropriately-rated stove board on your carpet for a wood stove. Please check the manufacturer information of your stove to see what the R-value requirements are for an appropriate stove board. This information can be found in your owner's manual.
Tyler M. - Fireplace Specialist
on November 8, 2012
Safely protect your flooring from the heat of a wood stove by purchasing one of our beautifully designed stove boards. Do you need to protect both flooring and walls from the radiant heat of your stove? If so, you’ll need to find a model that effectively covers both the flooring underneath the stove and the surrounding walls. Models like this R-CO Brick Stove Board, are designed to provide both your flooring and your walls with a protective layer. Other stove board products, like this American Panel Night Shadows Tile or this Hy-C 36-inch x 36-inch Type 2 UL1618 Sandstone Stove Board, protect just your flooring. We have a variety of options to browse, so you’re sure to find a color scheme and design that fits perfectly into your home!
When choosing the right wood stove board, there are several points to consider. What size stove are you installing? Many of our stove board designs come in a variety of colors and sizes, so you can purchase the color scheme you want in the size that will most effectively protect your flooring. Stove boards are specifically designed to absorb intense heat that would otherwise damage the flooring or walls of your home. That’s why purchasing a stove board is a necessity when installing any wood burning or pellet stove. At eFireplaceStore.com, we realize that you’re spending a lot to install your new stove. That’s why we offer our fireplace products at the lowest prices you’ll find anywhere on the internet. It's our 110% low price guarantee! And with free shipping on orders over $99, you enjoy both bargain prices and free shipping when you purchase your new stove and accessories through our website!
