Discuss Material Choices and Limitations
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Fireplace Rebuild pt2
What happens here
During a meal break, the host explains why they chose artificial rock over real stone. He describes the arduous process of installing real stone: wire meshing, buttering the mesh, buttering each stone, sticking it in place, holding it until it adheres, grouting, and then cleaning up spillage. He points out that artificial rock simplifies this significantly. He also notes a drawback of artificial rock: it's not fireproof. The material will melt, so it cannot be used directly over the firebox, requiring a non-combustible material in that specific area.
Goal: Understand the pros and cons of artificial rock vs. real stone for fireplace renovation.
Tools and materials
- Grout
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