The choice of heat-resistant glue for stoves and fireplaces: manufacturers, varieties and application features

Specifications

Fireplace sealant and glue are different substances with several basic parameters. To understand their differences, you need to consider the properties of these products.

Sealants are special formulations based on various chemicals. The main purpose of such mixtures is to fill seams, cracks and other formations in the frames of furnaces, fireplaces, etc. They are able to withstand significant temperatures. According to this characteristic, the main types of sealants can be distinguished:

• heat-resistant pastes capable of withstanding high-temperature conditions up to values ​​not higher than 350 degrees Celsius. They are used on the outer surfaces of stoves or fireplaces. Often, this type of sealant is used to seal cracks, joints and other holes in places with high temperatures.
• heat-resistant and heat-resistant compounds are used in places that heat up to 1500 degrees Celsius. The main purpose is to repair damage to brickwork and other similar places where such a high temperature is present. Some types of such sealants can easily withstand exposure to open fire.

Fireplace glue is a special solution that is often used for masonry. There are several types of similar compositions on the market:

1. Heat-resistant solutions are able to withstand (about 3 hours) temperatures of at least 140 degrees.
2. Thermal glue perfectly withstands the same temperature range as in the first paragraph, but here their properties are no longer violated after a certain time.
3. Heat-resistant mixtures have the ability to withstand temperatures in the region of 200 degrees without losing their basic properties.
4. Heat-resistant, heat-resistant glue has the characteristics of the previously considered substances, but they can be used already when heated to 1000 degrees.
5. Fire-resistant solutions retain their technical characteristics when exposed to open fire for at least 3 hours. It should be noted that such an adhesive has high chemical resistance, which prevents any reactions with active unburned particles from occurring.
6. Refractory glue has the same parameters as fire-resistant substances, but at the same time it can withstand exposure to fire indefinitely.

It should be noted that according to its intended purpose, glue for fireplaces can also be conditionally divided into masonry and tile (finishing). Each of these types of solutions has a different adhesive tack and viscosity. Ready-made fireplace solutions consist of several main components:

1. Clay-cement binders, fireclay fiber and many others. Their combination affects not only the heat resistance, but also the adhesion of the solution.
2. Binders. These include aluminosilicate cements and kaolin. Also, in some cases, water glass and other components are added.
3. Mineral plasticizer based on talcum powder.

It should be noted that glue for a fireplace can have a different composition, which is combined to give it specific properties.

DIY oven glue

It is quite possible to prepare glue for lining stoves and fireplaces on your own at home. The main thing here is good clay of normal fat content and fine mountain or ravine (not rounded river) sand. For a beginner, the fat content of the original clay will be most conveniently determined by the "sausage", on the left in the figure, with a bundle of it 2-3 cm thick.The rolled "sausage" is allowed to dry in the shade until a crust forms on the tourniquet, which does not stick to the fingers and sags when lightly pressed with the end of a match or toothpick.

The well-known determination of the fat content of clay by breaking the rope without experience gives a highly ambiguous result. For a beginner, it will be more accurate to determine the fat content by turning a dummy with a tourniquet:

• On the tourniquet, only the crust breaks randomly - the clay is too oily.
• The tourniquet more or less regularly breaks by no more than 1/3 of the thickness - the clay is normal.
• The tourniquet often breaks more than 1/3 of its thickness or breaks down - the clay is skinny.

Natural clay grease can be made from it:

Into a cropped PET bucket or other

a transparent container is poured 1 / 5-1 / 4 of dry finely ground clay.
Close to the top with water, stirring continuously, and stir thoroughly.
When a precipitate begins to precipitate, the upper 1 / 3-1 / 2 of the pulp (clay milk), carefully, without shaking or pushing the vessel, is poured into another vessel through a hose.
Allow the clay milk to settle completely. The sediment is the fatty agent.

Homemade tile adhesive for ovens has a different composition depending on the facing material used. For a tile not thicker and larger than the usual tiled, a simplified recipe will work: normal clay-Portland cement from M 400-sand 1: 1: 3. The dry mixture is mixed with water, kneaded until the desired fluidity (on the right in the figure) and a glass of table salt is added to the bucket of the prepared solution. For tiles, porcelain stoneware and tiles larger than 15x15, a more complex composition is needed. First, make a dry mixture:

• Portland cement from M400 - 1 part.
• Finely ground chalk - 1 part.
• Mountain or ravine sand of fraction up to 0.25 mm - 3 parts.

The components are mixed dry. Next, a pulp of the consistency of kefir or yogurt is prepared from 1 part of normal clay and the dry mixture is mixed with it, stirring continuously. In this case, kneading only by hand with a trowel, because when kneading with a mixer, the mixture stratified. The same begins within half an hour after mixing, so you need to prepare the working solution in small portions. During mixing, the fluidity of the working solution is continuously monitored. 1 part of water glass is added to the solution brought to the desired fluidity. At the end of the finishing, the stove / fireplace can be started no earlier than 30 days at a room temperature of +15 and no earlier than 20 days at +20 in the room. The process, of course, is laborious and requires accuracy, but with such a solution it is possible to improve the existing furnace without even removing the old plaster from it to brick, see for an example the trace. video:

Video: decorating the stove with homemade glue tiles

Discussion of the topic "Adhesive for stoves and fireplaces"

Several methods are used to fasten metal parts: welding, mechanical connection or gluing. The latter assumes a point effect on the surface to achieve maximum mechanical strength. The possible thermal effect on the joint is also taken into account. For such work, you need to use heat-resistant metal glue, designed for at least 300 degrees.

How to work with refractory glue?

Before work, the surfaces to be mounted must be well cleaned of dust and dirt particles, because the adhesive solution interacts well only with perfectly clean and smooth surfaces. If the plane has irregularities or grooves that exceed 5 millimeters, then about a day before the start of installation, they must be compared using the same solution. It is worth noting that all bases must be primed twice (it is desirable that the primer has a deep penetration effect).

To dilute the adhesive base, you must read the instructions on the label, there must be clear proportions of dry components and water.There is no clear proportion applicable to all solutions, because each manufacturer launches a unique product on the market that has its own dilution proportions.

The dry mixture begins to be kneaded mechanically, gradually adding pure water to it, the solution must be stirred to such an extent that a homogeneous mass without lumps is obtained, after which it must be left for 5 minutes and stirred again. The resulting solution is ready for use, while it must be applied in the thinnest layer (no more than 1 mm) on a previously prepared surface, for this it is recommended to use notched spatulas of suitable sizes, and the size of the teeth should not exceed 10 millimeters.

It is worth noting that when applying, it must be borne in mind that such an amount of the mixture must be applied to the surface so that in the next 30 minutes you can have time to attach the tile, otherwise it will dry out and become unusable. Refractory tile adhesive has properties that allow you to fix the tile firmly, but if there are any shortcomings, the position of the tile can be adjusted within 15 minutes. After two days have passed, the surface is ready for use, but before that it will be necessary to grout the seams.

Advice from the masters: it is worth noting that the label, in addition to the proportion, also specifies the conditions under which it is necessary to use the glue, thus, normal conditions are a temperature not exceeding 20 degrees with a relative humidity of 60%. If the weather conditions are not favorable, that is, the temperature exceeds 20 degrees and direct sunlight falls on the surface to be installed, then the time for using the solution can be significantly reduced. If the temperature is lowered, then the setting time of the solution increases.

If the instructions are not followed, even experts will not be able to predict exactly what quality of the cladding will turn out at the end of the repair, and whether the tile will hold. You may need to clean the surface and repeat the procedure again. This will entail not only additional forces, but also financial investments.

The heating can only be switched on after two weeks from the moment the joints were planed.

When working with glue, in no case should you forget about safety precautions, since the glue solution contains cement, therefore, when diluted with water, an alkali is formed, this suggests that you need to work with it with protective gloves (gloves made of rubber) and goggles. Do not allow the solution to get into the eyes or on open areas of the skin, but if this happens, then the necessary area must be thoroughly rinsed with water.

Popular brands

There are sealing materials on the market for stoves, fireplaces and chimneys. They are chosen according to their composition and temperature regime of operation. It is recommended to use products from reputable manufacturers.

Soudal

Soudal (Saudal) - a Belgian company that specializes in the manufacture of sealing compounds. Soudal stove and fireplace sealant is the Soudal series.

Soudal oven sealant

Calofer, refractory compounds in black. Materials based on sodium silicate do not emit toxic substances when heated, they can be colored. Suitable for sealing cast iron elements of boiler units. One of the advantages of Belgian products is their resistance to cracking and crumbling.

Penosil

The Estonian company produces silicate paste for Penosil +1500 ovens. The material is highly heat-resistant and has a black color. Penosil is cheaper than the products of the famous Belgian manufacturer, but not inferior to him in quality. This makes the Estonian sealant widely sought after by professionals and DIYers.The company's product line also includes a silicone sealant, Renosil Hight Temp, suitable for use in movable joints due to its elasticity.

Penosil Premium Oven Sealant

Tytan

Selena Group, a group of Polish manufacturers of professional materials for construction and decoration, produces sealants under this brand. The composition of the sealing paste includes fiberglass, which provides the sealed joints with increased gas tightness. The material is designed for heating to high temperatures (1250 degrees), which makes it suitable for sealing joints and cracks in fireplace and stove masonry, for installing chimneys. Products of the Tytan brand, as well as a sealant of similar properties, which is produced under the Baumaster trademark, belongs to the middle price category. In terms of price-quality ratio, this is the best option for a wide range of consumers.

Silicate sealant for fireplaces Tytan

Makroflex

A well-known Estonian manufacturer of sealing materials supplies the market with refractory silicate composition Makroflex HA147. It can withstand short-term heating up to a high temperature of +1500 degrees and exposure to an open flame. The advantages of the paste of their inorganic materials include adhesion to most materials used in construction, and the absence of shrinkage during drying and under the influence of temperature fluctuations.

Refractory silicate sealant Makroflex

Krass

The Russian manufacturer offers refractory composition "Krass fireplaces and stoves". Using this material, fireclay masonry can be mounted in the furnace firebox, fire retardant masonry. The composition withstands a sharp increase in temperature, is not afraid of open fire, is suitable for repairing brick stoves and fireplaces, as well as heating boilers. It is a non-shrinking material made on the basis of liquid glass. Easy to apply due to its pasty consistency.

Choosing a heat-resistant adhesive

Such tile solutions have properties that are not inherent in other similar consistencies. Therefore, it will not work to replace with any analogue, since it will not meet all operational requirements.

In order to get the desired result, you need to select finishing that meet certain parameters:

The most essential qualities of an adhesive tile composition for ovens are:

1. Elasticity. Since the thickness of the walls does not increase much during leveling, this highlight allows you to preserve the structure of the masonry.
2. Fire resistance. Stoves and fireplaces are usually fired with hard fuels. Therefore, it is extremely important that the structure is strong and fireproof.
3. Special composition. In its own structure, the agent has a special fibrous substance. Thanks to this element, it is possible not only to perfectly adhere the tiles to the product, but also extremely simply to strengthen the plaster mesh or simply to process the stone surface.
4. Resistant to sudden changes in temperature.

   During the operation of the fireplace, significant temperature changes are inevitable. A special adhesive composition allows you to protect the tile cladding from deformation.

The range of adhesive consistencies for tiles is now extremely large. Therefore, there is always the opportunity to choose the best option.

Release form

Heat-resistant glue can be produced in dry or ready-mixed form. If we are talking about a dry composition, then it must be diluted with water in the proportions indicated by the manufacturer. It is best to mix the glue in small portions, as it has little pot life and then hardens. Ready-made compositions are often referred to as mastics, and are used by professionals. This is due to its higher viscosity and higher solidification rate. Without certain building skills, working with such formulations is not easy.

The masonry compound is usually available in multi-layer kraft bags or plastic buckets with a volume of 5, 10, 15, 25 or 50 kg.Each manufacturer independently determines the nominal volume of packaged products.

If we are talking about a heat-resistant composition for metal, then this is liquid glue in small (from 50 mg) tubes or plastic sticks, as well as plastic buckets with a volume of several liters (the most common volume is 1.7 liters).

Views

The properties of a heat-resistant mixture are determined by their composition. The main types of heat-resistant glue:

1. For the installation of underfloor heating systems. Such products can withstand temperatures up to 50 degrees. This type of glue is not suitable for lining stoves and fireplaces.
2. For finishing fireplace and stove structures. This type of formulation can easily tolerate temperatures up to 1200 ° C.

In addition, heat-resistant mixtures can have a different form of release:

1. Liquid composition. This hot melt glue has a jelly-like structure. Most often, these materials are ready for use immediately after opening the package.
2. Powder. Before use, a sticky solution must be prepared from the powder. To do this, you should use the instructions that should be on the package.

The difference between heat-, fire- and heat-resistant glue

Most often, experts prefer universal types of glue. This allows you to speed up work and meet all the needs of the customer. If we consider each type of glue separately, we can highlight the following features:

1. Heat-resistant - able to calmly withstand prolonged exposure to temperatures up to 140 ° C.
2. Heat-resistant adhesive - withstands temperatures up to 1000 ° C.
3. Refractory mixes - withstand exposure to open flame for at least 3 hours. Such formulations are highly resistant to chemicals.

Adhesive for laying the base of the fireplace

Fireplace adhesives can contain cement, clay and sand. They are less elastic than the other types, therefore it is undesirable to use them for the purpose of cladding.

Under the influence of high temperatures, the form of substances changes - they expand. When cooled, they narrow again.

If the materials have the same composition, then the coefficient of contraction / expansion will be the same, which minimizes the risk of cracking.

Fire retardant adhesive for fireplace cladding

If the fireplace needs to be finished with stone or tile products, you can use a special glue, which is dominated by minerals that provide increased adhesion and elasticity.

The use of such mixtures minimizes the risk of tiles (ceramic tiles) falling off during the subsequent operation of the oven.

To adjust the surface of fireplace and stove structures, soapstone powder based on water glass is often used. Such compositions are called Finnish and have increased heat transfer, so the fireplaces, for which it will be used for facing, will quickly heat the room.

In addition, Finnish hot-melt mixtures are extremely malleable when exposed to high temperatures.

How to choose?

The choice of the required option depends on what materials you plan to glue. In addition, the choice is influenced by the place of use of the glued materials. Good quality glue can withstand temperatures from one hundred and twenty degrees and above.

The condition of the material also plays a significant role.

Heat-resistant glue for the stove. First you need to determine the location of the future oven. It can be located both inside the dwelling and outside. If the building is on the street, then it will face sudden changes in temperature. During the day - warm sunny weather, and at night - freezing temperatures.

Subsequently, this can lead to flaking of the tiles, so carefully look at the label on the adhesive. The manufacturer is obliged to indicate the tolerance of the composition to such temperature extremes.Take a closer look at products based on talcochlorite and liquid glass - both substances have high thermal conductivity and elasticity. A heat-resistant silicate or heat-resistant two-component silicone sealant will help to get rid of gaps.

• The best option for bonding aluminum and other metals is a two-component polyurethane epoxy adhesive. It contains chemical components that provide a secure fit. It should be noted that the two-component adhesive is mixed with a hardener before use, in a one-to-one ratio. Often the proportions can change, depending on the purpose.
• A bathroom, a bathhouse or a sauna are the most moisture-prone rooms, therefore, when choosing an adhesive, you need to remember this. Before buying, consider which base the ceramic tile will be glued to (to plaster, old tiles, drywall), the type of tile and its moisture absorption properties (this affects the absorption of the glue), the size of the tile (the larger the tile parameters, the thicker the glue layer will be required ), surface area, etc.

Further, it all depends on your preferences and the characteristics of the room in which the facing work will be carried out. For example, in bathrooms it is recommended to choose a dry composition based on cement. Ready-made adhesives have one important nuance: they have a higher price than dry counterparts. It is necessary to apply ready-made mixtures on perfectly smooth surfaces. Nevertheless, many still prefer to purchase a dry mixture, it is more affordable in cost and optimal in its characteristics.

What to choose as glue

Those who have not yet had time to gain experience in masonry matters regarding stoves or fireplaces, but decided to do all the work on their own, will be surprised by the incredible variety of materials that are presented by various manufacturers. But such a variety will not be beneficial to the visitor, because the more alternatives, the more difficult it is to make a choice.

The main characteristics of the mixtures and the methods of their preparation are written on the packaging. But only a professional can correctly use this data. It remains to focus on popular brands that have established themselves as high-quality universal products.

• Heat-resistant glue "Terracotta" due to its high adhesion is recommended for facing work. Perfectly adheres to tiles and decorative stones. Withstands temperatures up to 250 ° C degrees, but collapses under high mechanical stress. Not suitable for laying the lower rows. Heat-resistant masonry mixes can also be found under the Terracotta brand.
• If finishing is not planned, then the laying of bricks must be carried out so that the layer of mortar is as small as possible. Then the appearance of the masonry will be an original design discovery. Highly elastic glue "Profix" is suitable for finishing with various materials and can act as a masonry mortar. It is convenient to use it to make thin seams between bricks.
• The universal solution "Scanmix Fire", which is positioned as heat-resistant, will help to build a brick fireplace or stove. Products from the Finnish company are in demand among professional stove-makers. Its temperature limit reaches 1200 ° C degrees.
• In most cases, independent work is carried out with certain errors, which have to be corrected by facing. But everyone knows that gluing tiles requires a perfectly flat surface, which a beginner cannot create. Glue "Ceresit Flex CM 16" differs from analogs in that it allows you to work on an uneven surface. It is packaged and released in paper bags and has an affordable cost. Bag weight is 25 kg. "Ceresit Flex CM 16" is often asked by novice craftsmen on the advice of more experienced ones.

Composition of the brand Ceresit

A separate group contains materials that allow you to work with metal surfaces. This is relevant in the modern world, since a significant part of fireplaces have metal inserts or casings, which are also subject to finishing.

• Dow Corning Q3-1566 has a high degree of elasticity as metals expand very strongly. And although its maximum temperature is 350 ° C degrees, it does not "drain" from the surface, as it happens with a number of its fellows.
• Belife Silicone is marketed as a sealant. But it is often used as a masonry mortar. The main purpose is when carrying out repair work.
• PENOSIL Premium +1500 justifies its high cost by a wide range of surfaces to which it is applicable.

After a theoretical description of all the characteristics, it is necessary to apply knowledge in practice. To do this, you will have to list all the criteria that need to be considered. First you need to decide on the purpose of using the glue. Whether it will be used for masonry or for cladding.

Read the composition of the mixture carefully and pay attention to the temperature limitation. Calculate the surface area and, knowing the flow rate for documentation and packaging, determine the amount of material and its cost

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Famous brands of heat-resistant adhesives for lining ovens

The construction market is represented by a wide range of heat-resistant adhesives for decorative cladding of fireplace and stove structures. The most famous and popular brands of adhesives are:

• Heat-resistant glue "Terracotta" of high strength and adhesion. Designed for laying tiles and stones. It is designed for a surface heating temperature of up to 250 degrees, but it is susceptible to destruction under significant mechanical stress. Not suitable for laying the base of heating equipment.
• Elastic glue "Profix" is used for masonry and cladding of the kiln portal, has ductility and wear resistance. Withstands temperatures up to 1200 degrees. The mortar is suitable for grouting brick joints.
• Heat-resistant glue Scanmix Fire is used for masonry of solid fuel stoves, fireplaces, dryers and chimneys. It is able to withstand a maximum heating temperature of 1200 degrees.
• Ivsil Termix heat-resistant adhesive based on an aluminate cement binder is used for facing hot surfaces of fireplaces and stoves. Possesses a high degree of adhesion and elasticity, withstands temperatures of 250 degrees.
• Facing oven glue Ceresit Flex CM 16 is intended for laying tiles and stones on uneven surfaces.

Among the ready-made adhesives are:

• Glue "Parade K77", which has increased strength and adhesion and is able to withstand heating temperatures up to 800 degrees. It is applied on previously plastered surfaces.
• Heat-resistant mastic "Terracotta", intended for facing hot surfaces, as well as masonry oven or fireplace construction. The maximum heating is 1100 degrees.
• Mixonit Termo facing mastic, which is used for facing outdoor heating equipment. The composition is able to withstand low temperatures (up to - 32 degrees) and high humidity.

Adhesives designed for cladding surfaces made of cast iron and metal are allocated to a separate category.

• Dow Corning Q3-1566 high temperature metal adhesive with increased elasticity and strength. It is designed for a metal body heating temperature of 350 degrees.
• Heat-resistant sealant Penosil Premium +1500, intended for sealing and sealing joints, joints and minor defects. The limiting heating temperature is 1500 degrees.
• Belife Silicone provides high adhesion of the veneer to metal surfaces. Designed for sealing joints on moving structural elements.

When self-lining stoves and fireplaces, it is recommended to strictly observe the technology of using heat-resistant adhesives, which is the key to successful repair work.

Manufacturers overview

Positive feedback from customers is also received by TerracottSupercamin, which is used as a masonry composition, and also fixes facing terracotta tiles (the composition is not suitable for all other types of facing slabs). The tile must be laid on this clay-cement composition with fireclay filler, it follows in rows, giving time for the glue to set after every 2-4 belts. The Plitonite SuperKaminOgneupor option is also suitable for laying the stove.

Special glue is required for metal and glass elements of fireplace structures. Heat resistant metal formulations include Dow Corning Q3-1566 and Belife Silicone's red sealant adhesive. The first one withstands heating up to 350 degrees, retains high operational properties and durability in room conditions, is gas-tight, moisture-resistant.

For finishing the outer walls of the stove or fireplace portal, Profix high temperature glue is suitable. It demonstrates a harmonious ratio of cost and quality, withstands temperatures up to 1200 degrees. Due to the possibility of applying in a thin layer, the cladding looks neat, and the consumption of glue is noticeably reduced. Another finishing compound is popular - "Geresit Flex CM 16", the main advantage of which is the possibility of facing even uneven masonry surfaces.

The adhesive sealant is suitable for operation within the range of -70 ... +300 degrees, it should be applied at a temperature not lower than +18. In the assortment of "Plitonite" you can also find a composition for metal - "Premium +1500". It is a heat-resistant compound for gluing metal, ceramics, glass, including to each other.

Among the domestic manufacturers of heat-resistant compounds, the company "Diola" should be highlighted. Heat-resistant glue D-314 is designed for facing fireplaces and stoves with ceramic tiles and can withstand heating up to 850 degrees. The tile is securely fixed, and if necessary, before the moment of hardening, you can easily correct its location.

Another finishing compound (which, by the way, is also suitable for masonry) is GM-215 glue from the Russian manufacturer Hercules. Heating temperature reaches 1200 degrees, can fix low-porosity ceramic and glazed tiles. The disadvantage of the glue is its increased rigidity, which is why the tiles cannot be moved during the gluing process. If this is still necessary, then you should remove the previously applied layer of glue and put a new portion of it.

UHU Glas glue can be a fire-resistant option for gluing glass surfaces. It can be heated up to 125 degrees, has a high setting speed, UV resistance.

For ceramics, you can use the UHU Porzellan Keramik cyanoacrylate adhesive. The adhesive is distinguished by good plasticity, high adhesion and strength, but only when gluing small areas.

Where is heat resistant metal adhesive used?

It is used for glass, tiles and a number of other materials that are subject to temperature influences. It is indispensable for laying stoves and fireplaces, facing various hot surfaces, etc.

It fully retains its original technical characteristics up to +1200 degrees Celsius. Its good adhesive qualities and excellent frost resistance also stand out.

Heat-resistant adhesive sealant protects the structure from negative environmental influences. For best results, it is necessary to properly prepare the surface where it will be used - remove dirt, dust, oily stains and old plaster.

A striking example of modern high-quality this material is heat-resistant glue Hercules.

Adhesive for glass is heat-resistant, its characteristics and composition

Modern household appliances please their owners not only with high functionality, but also with an aesthetically attractive appearance.

Most of this equipment is manufactured using glass elements. This also includes appliances with a high degree of heating - for example, gas or electric stoves, electric ovens.

Being exposed to significant temperature loads, these parts can either fall off or crumble altogether over time. This is due to the fact that glass is a kind of material with low adhesion to various adhesive mixtures and solutions, which is especially noticeable against the background of the constant influence of high temperatures.

If such a nuisance happens, you need to glue the missing glass part back. Today this is done using a special heat-resistant glue.

It is made on the basis of organic compounds, due to which it has good strength and, which is very important, invisibility. This allows you to use it to solve various problems, both in everyday life and in industry.

A modern heat-resistant adhesive solution has excellent adhesion properties. It grasps with any kind of materials used in a particular structure - metal, wood, cement, brick.

In addition to high temperatures, this product easily tolerates low temperatures. It is not subject to the negative influence of moisture, moreover, moisture, on the contrary, increases its chemical and technical qualities.

Heat-resistant tile adhesive its properties

As you know, modern fireplaces and stoves, as before, are built from durable and refractory materials. However, they have some disadvantages, which are expressed in insufficient aesthetic appeal. Therefore, to improve the appearance of these structures, facing materials are used, in particular ceramic tiles.

Its main properties are:

• Ease of use - to create high quality thermal protection, you just need to strictly follow the instructions on the package;
• The need to pre-soak the tile surface and directly the structure itself;
• A relatively quick period of complete drying - no more than three days. After that, the fireplace or stove can be used on an ongoing basis.

The composition of this adhesive solution is characterized by the presence of not only the traditional cement-sand mixture, but also a number of special components: synthetic additives, plasticizers, etc. Their addition is precisely what contributes to the high resistance of the product to extreme temperature loads.

The author of the article is Kristina Sekushina