Tile Inside Firebox

In the kiln ready to be fired.

Tile inside firebox.

I ve had a few questions about what i used on the inside edge of the. 03 10 2008 08 20 pm 8. Must be some yuppies. Has said if the tiles cool too fast they ll crack.

For custom designs please contact artist. The second part of a fireplace is the firebox this is the inside of the of the fireplace that touches the actual flame. Consider the idea of the wallpaper or upholstery for a fireplace an opportunity for design and expression. After withstanding the heat inside a fireplace porcelain tile will most certainly crack and possiblyr even explode as the fireplace cools.

Rfg firebox tile makes it possible for the hearth to be an integral part of the aesthetic of the room drawing attention to the fireplace even when a fire isn t aflame. It is the part that is most visible. Installing a striking tile design around your fireplace is a great way to establish it as a focal point in your living room. But tile inside the fire box wtf.

The herringbone tiles are my favorite when they glimmer and dance in the firelight. But it will not stand up to repeated flame. Herringbone sierra 1 25 x 7. Tile is perfect for the fireplace surround.

However this is not an appropriate use for porcelain tile. The surround is the front facing portion of the fireplace. After tiling the hearth and surround and painting all the new moulding it was time to clean up the old firebox and i thought i d share with you a couple thoughts about this project. Even though all of our product lines are strong enough to hold up to the heat of a fire the thin set used to install tile is not.

Porcelain tile is unsuited to the high temperatures inside a fireplace. Herringbone night 2 x 4. A ruth frances greenberg collection 100 made in the usa by hand eco conscious and durable. Porcelain tile is often described as heat resistant when used as countertop material because a hot pan can be placed directly on it.

Wouldent you love to just do it anyway and wast their money if you new it wouldent come back on you. Tile is not recommended for applications that will exceed 175 f 80 c so it s not an option for the firebox. It needs to be durable enough to handle the heat and look good while doing it. 2x8s in navy blue.

Ceramic artist ruth frances greenberg has invented a fire resistant tile for decoration inside the firebox.