I have read a few similar posts on the forum but none seem to answer my question: I am re-instating (opening) a fireplace and I intend to use a woodburner stove (5-8KW). I would like to use an oak beam mantel, render/paint the outside and lay bricks on the inside, kind of like this:
http://www.hotfrog.co.uk/companies/J-R-Workshop/images/J-R-Designs_6330736_126494_image.jpg
(that is a pic I just stole from google images to give as example)
My question is, do I need to use firebricks and firemortar or can I use some nice reclaimed red bricks and "normal" mortar?
Thanks,
Dan
http://www.hotfrog.co.uk/companies/J-R-Workshop/images/J-R-Designs_6330736_126494_image.jpg
(that is a pic I just stole from google images to give as example)
My question is, do I need to use firebricks and firemortar or can I use some nice reclaimed red bricks and "normal" mortar?
Thanks,
Dan