Furnishing furnaces and fireplaces
A number of specific requirements are imposed on the finishing materials used to decorate stoves and fireplaces due to the characteristics of these devices. A suitable finish will withstand the maximum number of thermal cycles, including periods of heating and cooling. Not being toxic, flammable and unhygienic. How the decoration of fireplaces and stoves occurs, the video clips collected in the article demonstrate.
The large total weight of the finish and the violation of the structure of fireplaces and stoves in the lining process are categorically excluded. Since in the first case the already considerable pressure on the floors increases, and the second threatens to reduce the functionality of the devices.
An important factor in the choice of material will also be the adhesion of decor elements to the surface, because it will be possible to repair the affected areas only after the end of the heating season, and this will cost a lot. Other damage that could result in unscheduled repairs to the cladding is surface defects due to improper installation or placement of fasteners.
As shown in the video, popular types of materials for decorating a stove or fireplace with your own hands are, first of all, tiles, decorative stone and special plaster. If you plan to finish your fireplace or stove with your own tiles, we advise you to watch the corresponding video and remember a few rules before starting work.
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Fireplace trim with decorative stone
Cladding with fireplace
Before choosing the appropriate option, consider the features of each decor method and calculate the approximate cost of finishing work. The specificity of clinker cladding implies a room temperature above 0 and is used only for outdoor decoration. It is recommended to fix this material to the surface on adhesives, solutions prepared from dry mixes, or on a clay base.
Fireplace decoration with decorative plaster
We clarify the types of plaster that are suitable for the finish of the fireplace. Builders choose ready-made mixtures on a mineral, silicone, acrylic or silicate basis. Different compositions are used for internal and external cladding (this information is indicated on the packaging), but universal plasters for both fields of application are also available on the market. Another way is to independently prepare a mixture based on sand, clay and asbestos.
Fireplace Options
A rational owner, choosing a suitable cladding for heating appliances, is guided primarily by safety, practicality and suitability to the style of decoration of the room. A marbled fireplace looks luxurious, but it doesn’t fit into every interior. The cladding with wood panels also looks impressive, but because of the fire hazard it is suitable only for decorative electric appliances.
Tiled stove
The tile as a facing material for the furnace demonstrates a number of advantages during operation. For example, resistance to mechanical damage and the conservation of stored heat over time. Therefore, the video about decorating the stove with tiles in a private house or apartment is in steady demand among visitors to thematic resources.
Controversial point, in particular, is the choice between cement mortar with the addition of glue or salt and a special heat-resistant adhesive mixture.Both options are acceptable, but the second will ultimately come out a little easier, and therefore more expensive. Another popular question is how to cut material without a tile cutter. For this, a jigsaw and a grinder with special nozzles are suitable, but it will take more time.
Furnishing Terracotta Tiles
Natural shades of terracotta tiles do not change under the influence of temperature changes. This material is famous for its naturalness, safety and incombustibility. But due to porosity, it loses in strength.
Tile furnish
A feature of tiles is the manual manufacture of tiles, and handmade materials are more expensive than mass production. But they look more spectacular, give the interior charm, set the style and are easy to care for.
Conclusion
After watching the video materials about decorating fireplaces and stoves with your own hands, choose a cladding method that is suitable for the interior of the room and fits into the repair budget. If you follow the recommendations of professionals, the decor on radiators will last for many years.
