Fireplace Surround

We recently converted a wb fireplace to gas. We also removed the stone of the fireplace surround because the three pieces of stone surround were all chipped. We now need new stone installed but in a way that will seal the surround and firebox from the gas. Someone mentioned that a mason must use refractory (?) cement? In any case, I cannot seem to find the person who can install the new stone and seal the fireplace so that gas will not seep into the openings. Any advice?

jlo

in Chimney and Fireplace 10 years and 2 months ago

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jlo | 10 years and 2 months ago

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It was legally converted. Safe and sound. Gas is not on. The issue is about the surround and sealing it so that when the gas is on, it is safe.

greenmountain | 10 years and 2 months ago

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I am a bit confused, gas should never be on and not safely combusted. I am a tile setter and I install stone, sometimes in fireplaces, but not without fully understood and code compliant safety. I have also backed away from a few jobs which I thought were dangerous, involving not only gas, but also asbestos and lead. Historic fireplaces can have all three. Was your conversion by a licensed plumber? Is there a permit? Do you have the installation manual of your new gas fireplace showing safe and legal ventilation and insulation? If available remaining space can accommodate stone, than I can design, supply and install it. The way you describe the job, is alarming, not attractive, but I am willing to investigate further, a little. Green Mountain, here in Local Home Pros under Kitchen and Bathrooms.