How do I tile over an existing brick fireplace?

I have an "ugly" fireplace that I would like to modernize. We are puttin in a wood stove/insert and I would like to dress up the the fireplace and mantel.Is there restrictions on type of grout/tiles etc.? Asked by newbie5272420 51 months ago Similar questions: tile existing brick fireplace Home > Home Improvement.

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As long as tiles and grout are noncombustible, there should be no problems. Facing for the fireplace must be made of noncombustible material. Standard ceramic tile and cementitious grout would work.

Some premixed grouts may contain plastic ingredients that may not stand up to heat. Depending on how high your mantel is, you may need a mantel shield to protect it from the heat of the insert. Check the clearances listed on the stove or in it's manual to see what the manufacturer requires.

Make sure your insert is installed with a properly sized flue liner to the top of the chimney. Fireplaces are not designed to vent wood stoves, so a stove must have a smaller liner installed to vent properly. Check with your local CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep for help with proper installation and any other chimney questions you may have.

Circumloquacious's Recommendations NFPA 211 - Standards for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances, 2006 Edition NFPA 211 is the National Fire Protection Agency's code for fireplaces and solid duel appliances.

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