How thick should a fireback be?
The 3/4″ firebacks are good all-purpose reflectors suitable for more frequent use. The greater mass of these units will throw back more heat while offering increased durability. The 1″ firebacks are extremely durable and designed for prolonged/constant use.
What is the purpose of a fireback?
The primary functions of a fireback are to protect the wall at the back of the fireplace and radiate heat from the fire into the room.
How should a fireback fit?
The fireback should be wide enough to cover the hearth wall but leave just enough space, about 3 to 10 inches of rear wall visible. It should also not be high enough to reach the flue of the opening as it would hinder the drawing of the furnace.
Where does a fireback go?
Firebacks are heavy iron or steel plates sized in proportion to fireplaces and are placed against the wall at the back of the fireplace.
How do you size a fireback?
You can select a fireback up to the width of your fireplace’s back wall. (Sometimes that is the same width as your fireplace opening and other times the firebox tapers, so the back wall is narrower.) If for example, the back wall of your fireplace is 22 inches wide, you can safely use a fireback up to 22 inches wide.
How do you secure a fireback?
A fireback must not fall over First for the safety of you and your housemates, and cast iron can also break if it falls. It is therefore advisable to secure a fireplace fireback against falling with a few attachment brackets to the back wall of the fireplace.
Do you have to cut a fire back?
It is not necessary to cut a Vitcas Fireback before installing.
What temperature does aluminum foil catch fire?
Aluminum foil is not flammable and can only catch fire at very high temperatures. Aluminum foil won’t catch fire until it reaches approximately 1220 Fahrenheit (660 Celsius).
Do you need a fireback?
You really need a fireback if the back wall of the fireplace is damaged by the fire. The fireback protects the back wall. In addition, a fireback has the additional advantage that the cast iron of the fireback is warmed by the fire and the fireback therefore radiates extra heat.