The surround is the front facing portion of the fireplace.
Tile inside fireplace box.
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It is the part that is most visible.
Porcelain tile is unsuited to the high temperatures inside a fireplace.
Oversized tiles also lend a modern look.
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However this is not an appropriate use for porcelain tile.
Tile is not recommended for applications that will exceed 175 f 80 c so it s not an option for the firebox.
Available in stone marble glass slate ceramic and more our tile materials offer a durable heat resistant surface that also adds style to your fireplace surrounds mantels back panels and hearths.
Installing a striking tile design around your fireplace is a great way to establish it as a focal point in your living room.
After withstanding the heat inside a fireplace porcelain tile will most certainly crack and possiblyr even explode as the fireplace cools.
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I think anything other than brick stone or maybe slate around a fireplace is just stupid and defeats the purpose of the fireplace besides heating.
Wouldent you love to just do it anyway and wast their money if you new it wouldent come back on you.
Tile is perfect for the fireplace surround.
Bricks inside a fireplace are often unsightly and the do it yourselfer may ponder cladding the bricks with a porcelain tile.