What can you use instead of fire bricks?

What can you use instead of fire bricks?

Alternatives to Firebrick

• Ankar Sandstone. A sandstone type, ankar, is material which comes from a volcano.
• Red Clay Bricks. Simple red clay bricks can be utilized as another option in place of firebrick.
• Refractory Concrete. Refractory concrete is another choice for heat retention.
• Soapstone.

Are fire bricks necessary in a fire pit?

Fire brick is optional when building a fire pit, but it depends on the rest of the materials you are using to build your pit. Fire brick is designed to hold up to high temperatures and lining your fire pit with it will ensure safety and extend the life of your pit.

What should I line my fire pit with?

Some materials like hard rock, gravel, or sand weren’t meant to reach high temperatures and can spark and explode if your fire gets too hot. Instead, use lava rocks for your fire pit or lava glass beads as a filler for your fire pit. They are a safe way to create drainage and make your fire pit look nice.

Can you stain firebrick?

You can stain firebricks before construction, but stain manufacturers recommend applying firebrick stain after the construction of the firebox or appliance. Apply firebrick stain with a sponge for a mottled, textured effect. You can use a variety of hues for this application method.

Where can I buy clay brick in Oregon?

Choose from rugged, sleek, modern, or classic styles. At Willamette Graystone, you get exactly what you need. We carry numerous individual styles of clay brick. Stop by one of our nine Oregon retail locations and talk with our experts about selecting the one for you.

What kind of firewood do you sell in Oregon?

We offer an impressive selection of local Pine firewood like Lodge Pole, Ponderosa and Juniper firewood harvested right here in Oregon. In addition to our clean and hot burning dry firewood, we also carry the popular Pine Firewood Bricks also know as Fuel Bricks.

What is the best firebrick for a fireplace?

Whitacre Greer firebrick is generally suitable for temperatures of 1750 degrees F. Refractory products bond brick or flue together under the heat that regular cement and mortar cannot do. Heat Stop products are preferred for all clay flue installations as well as firebrick, can be used inside or outside, and may be colored with masonry color.

Are your firewood bricks cut and split?

All our hardwood is sold already cut and split. Pine firewood bricks are clean burning staple of central Oregon. Pine firewood bricks are easy to start a fire with and produce minimal emissions. These Pine fuel bricks put out the HIGH BTUS of hardwood at 24,000 BTUS per brick.