VITCAS Heat Resistant Tile Adhesive – Ceramic Tile Glue – Fireproof - Excellent Adhesion - For Fixing - Ready To Use – Indoor - Up to 1000 degree Celsius - 5KG

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As mentioned, 99.9% of porcelain tiles are suitable for use in fire surrounds, hearths and fireplaces and there are no restrictions on the size or design you go for. However, given that wood burners and stoves are prone to creating ash and soot, it’s probably a good idea to opt for tiles that feature a satin or matt glazed surface so as to minimise the risk of stains and scratches from accessories such as ash pans, pokers and tongs. Tiles with these types of finish are a bit more hardy than those with a high-gloss polished finish and the tougher surface layer will require much less effort when it comes to cleaning and upkeep. Overall, Vitcas Heat Resistant Tile Adhesive is a reliable and effective solution for bonding tiles in high-temperature areas. This adhesive is intended for internal use only. For external applications, consider using Vitcas HB60. The matching rug complements the stove nicely and draws even more attention to the centre of the room. 2. Wooden beams are an alcoves best friend As with tile surfaces, your grout joints are at risk of becoming stained and discoloured by ash and other detritus associated with open fires, so it’s always a good idea to protect them. Grout joints within natural stone and polished tile installations will be sealed just along with the tiles themselves if you’ve gone down the sealing route, however, you can protect just the grout even those installations that don’t require sealing. We recommend our LTP Grout Protectors for the job.

If you’ve opted to use tiles with a polished finish in your fire surround then do ensure that you seal them if required. The manufacturers instructions will stipulate whether the tiles need sealing or not – tiles with this kind of finish often require such an action so as to prevent them from staining. Whilst most porcelain tiles are impervious to organic matter, those with highly polished surfaces and porous tiles such as those constructed from natural stone like limestone and slate will be susceptible to staining by ash, soot or damage from an errant ember, so please do seal them. We recommend LTP Porcelain Tile Protector for the job. Use Heat Resistant Adhesive & Grout Drywall:A latex thinset is the best choice but a water-mixed thinset or organic mastic could also be used. Versatile Application: Ideal for use with fire surrounds, behind boilers, ranges, cookers, and radiators. The material is water-resistant and washable, so you can mop it as needed. This DIY floor-covering solution can be applied over most existing materials, though the brand says it won't secure as well to grouted tiles and floating wood laminate.The farmhouse-look the wooden beam creates helps modern decors blend with the burner while also helping to further accentuate a traditional look. 3. Display your firewood loud and proud If your chimney walls aren't in great condition you can always use heat-resistant boards to give you a stable tiling surface. Inspiration: 3 hot looks for your home

We love the combination of a base of grey slate tiles, contrasted with the rustic texture of split-face tiles on the wall.Just take a putty knife, margin trowel, or utility knife and simply scrape off all of the existing adhesive. When replacing tile adhesive remember to use the same exact adhesive that was used originally. Unfortunately, sometimes this isn’t possible, and if that is the case try to use the same type. So if organic mastic was used, use that. If a thinset was used, use a thinset.

Tile adhesive is the substance used to hold the tiles to the setting bed. Typically there are two major types: organic mastic and thinset adhesive. Organic mastics are made with either latex or petroleum and are ready to use. Thinset adhesives are powdered and need to be mixed with liquid before they can be used. While organic mastic is much more convenient to use, thinset adhesives actually have a higher bond strength as well as weight-bearing strength. Wall Tile Adhesive Vs. Floor Tile Adhesive Delivery times are quoted in business days meaning weekends and local holidays including bank holidays, Christmas etc do not count as business days. DELIVERY TIMES - Custom Made Products The adhesive is suitable for use with a wide range of materials including ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and mosaics.Floor Tile Adhesive: Organic mastics are the most commonly used floor tile adhesive because of the fact that there is no mixing involved and are therefore more convenient. They are usually a little bit cheaper too. However, when it comes to floor tile adhesive thinset adhesives are actually superior and should be the preferred choice. The fact that they have a stronger bond and can handle more weight makes them perfectly suited for floor tiles which obviously will get much more wear than wall tiles. Other Types Of Tile Adhesive Heat-Resistant Tile Adhesive: This is what you will need when installing fireplace tiles. You need a heat-resistant adhesive because very high heat can easily damage a normal adhesive. Never use organic mastic where there will be high heat. You need a thinset that can handle at least 400 degrees Fahrenheit. It's usually at this stage that people start asking us, " Can I use tiles around my wood burning fire?" and " what to put behind a wood burning stove?". Another stunning way to add rustic charm to any room is to add a wooden beam as a mantelpiece to the top of the fireplace. This look boldly displays the wood burner front and centre whilst framing it with country-esque touches.