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When winter is in full swing, it's time to enjoy the warmth of a fire in the fireplace. Before lighting that first fire you should check for cracks in the firebox mortar so that you don't start a fire within the walls of your home.
Clean the fire box of any ash and soot before laying the mortar.
Fill any cracks with the mortar or with Heat-Stop. These products can be found at a local hardware store or brick yard.
Let the mortar or Heat-Stop dry for 24 hours or as directed on the package before lighting a fire in your fireplace.
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