Things You'll Need
Ceramic tile
Cement underlayment
Wood stove
Tile saw
Screwdriver
Screws
Trowel
Tile grout
Tile mortar
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Although wood stoves are not as widely used as they once were, they are still used as heat sources in some homes. They heat more efficiently than a fireplace, but they can pose a safety hazard if proper safety precautions are not followed. In order to protect your home when using a wood stove, it is vital that you install a simple wall shield around the stove to protect your home from fire.
Step 1
Inspect your stove. The legs must place a minimum of eight inches between the bottom of the stove and the floor.
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Step 2
Install the cement underlayment on the walls and floor in the location where the stove will be installed. Pre-drill holes in the underlayment, and screw it down to the existing flooring and wall covering.
Step 3
Trowel the tile mortar on top of the cement underlayment, making sure that you only trowel a small area at one time.
Step 4
Install the ceramic tile. When you reach corners where you do not need to lay a full piece of tile, cut the tile to the appropriate size with the tile saw.
Step 5
Grout the tile, remove the excess with a wet sponge, and allow it to dry for two to three days.
Step 6
Install the wood stove in the heat-safe area, maintaining a minimum of 18 inches of clearance all the way around the stove.
Tip
Alternatives to installing ceramic tile heat shields are installing the wood stove on bare concrete, or using a U.L.-approved floor and wall mat.
Warning
Get your stovepipe cleaned once a year if you use it on a regular basis. This will prevent the creosote buildup inside the stovepipe from catching on fire.
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