- Remove everything from the inside of the fireplace, including the gas burner and faux logs.
- Sweep and vacuum out the fireplace and remove any ashes, dirt or debris.
- Place the fireback into place at the back of the fireplace. ...
- Position the fireback so that it leans against the back of the fireplace. ...
- You will need to make the fireback stable for safety. Use Saf-T-Boots to hold the fireback in place at any desired angle.
How do I install a fireback in a stone wall?
You can install any type of fireback in a stone wall with our mounting brackets. Use a least four mounting brackets (two pairs) to mount the fireback. The large and heavy fireback in the picture below has been mounted with three pairs of mounting brackets.
How does a fireback work?
The fireback takes the heat of the fire and reflects it back into the entire room. When you install a fireback in your fireplace, you will need to make sure that everything has been removed from the fireplace and that it is entirely clean.
How to secure a fireplace fireback against falling?
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. Our installation brackets for firebacks have a brass plug that will not melt from the heat of the fire.
Can a fireback fall over in the fire?
It is undesirable for a fireback to be able to fall over in the fire. 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.
How do you place a fireback?
A fireback does not have to be, nor should be, as tall as the back wall. Generally, the height of the fireback should not exceed the height of the fireplace's front height. If the back wall is perpendicular to the floor (90º) a fireback can be placed on the floor and leaned against the back wall.
How do you fit a cast iron fireback?
Fitting cast iron inserts with wooden surroundsPlace the insert on top of the hearth in front of the fire back.Place the surround against the insert.Use a pencil to mark the position of the surround on the wall.Remove the surround.More items...
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 thick should 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.
Do I need a fireback in my fireplace?
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.
How do you install a fire insert?
Installation StepsPut a Cover Plate on Your Chimney. It is recommended to put a cover plate on your chimney before installing an electric insert to prevent water from coming in. ... Close and Seal the Damper. ... Install a Power Outlet. ... Insert the Firebox into Your Fireplace. ... Attach The Trim or The Frame.
Does a fireback really work?
Do firebacks really work? The effect of a fireback behind a fire is immediately tangible. A fire without a fireback hardly radiates any warmth, while a fire with a fireback very much does so. There is more radiation if the fireplace fireback is larger or thicker, and a thicker fireback retains heat longer.
What material is best for a fireback?
The two materials you can choose from for a fireback for your fireplace are cast iron and stainless steel. Cast iron is the prominent material, for good reason. Cast iron radiates heat very well and maintains its look much longer.
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 cure a fireback?
CURE IT: A new Fireback must be cured. The gentle process of building several small successive fires will cure the iron for future use. Rapid expansion of uncured cast iron caused by excessive initial heating can cause your Fireback to crack.
What is the purpose of a fire back?
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.
What are firebacks made of?
A fireback has the main function of protecting the wall at the back of the fireplace. Historically, this was very significant as walls were made old-fashioned materials such as daub (a mud and straw mixture coating interwoven wooden wattles), brick or soft stone.
How do you secure a cast iron fireplace to the wall?
Attach a wooden baton to the wall inside these marks. ( make sure the baton is not to thick IE make sure the fireplace can still touch the wall. Using a metal drill put a small hole in the outside of each leg to line up with the batons. secure the fireplace to the wall using a countersunk self tapping screw.
How do I uninstall fireback?
Removing the Fireback The fireback will usually be made of cast concrete and will be comprised of two parts. You may simply be able to lever the fireback out, lifting the top half out first and then the bottom half. However, in some cases you may need to break it up in situ and remove it piece by piece.
What is a fireback used for?
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 to treat a fireback?
If you aren’t satisfied with the fireback as-is, you can treat the fireback as follows: 1. Remove the stove polish or antique wax with a cloth and petrol. 2. Dry the fireback with a dry cloth to prevent it from starting to rust again. 3.
What to use on a black fireback?
Most of our black/greyish firebacks have been treated with stove polish for use in a fireplace. The ‘brownish’ firebacks have been treated with antique wax. Some of our customers who use a black or brown fireback as a backsplash indicate that they don’t treat the fireback at all. Instead they just clean it now and then with soap and water. One option is thus to just affix the fireback in its present state and see if that works for you. You can maintain the fireback by now and then applying stove polish or antique wax. You can always treat it with paint at a later stage.
What is a fireback?
A fireback is both a functional and decorative accessory that can help maintain the structure of the fireplace and increase heat output. It is relatively easy to install.
What boots are used to hold firebacks?
You will need to make the fireback stable for safety. Use Saf-T-Boots to hold the fireback in place at any desired angle. These boots are designed to support firebacks of any size and weight.
