Ceramic Tile Hearth Extension

Quarry tiles used in a hearth.

Ceramic tile hearth extension.

Ensure that the hearth pad is level and has an adequate surface for adhering the tiles. Step 5 spread a thin layer of about 1 8 inch of thin set mortar onto the hearth pad starting at the front like you did for the dry set. Dry lay tiles in this manner until you fill the the whole hearth area. Once you have a satisfying layout transfer all the tiles in order to a board to keep track of where they go.

The hearth is the part of the fireplace located at the base that extends out in front of it to protect the surrounding floor space. Mark tiles at the back edge for cuts if necessary. The hearth is where tools such as pokers brushes and tongs are usually kept along. If the existing hearth pad is concrete apply a skim coat of mortar to it to even out any high or low spots.

See more ideas about hearth slate hearth slate fireplace. If you have a wood or plywood subfloor and want to tile a hearth extension add a sheet of backer board that is the same size as the intended extension to the floor using construction adhesive. Oct 7 2016 explore michele hegedus s board hearth extensions on pinterest. Remove the tiles and set next to the hearth pad on the floor ready for installation.

If the tiles at the center extend above the line mark a new reference line along their edge. The hearth tiles of course can be used to add beauty to the home but they will also need to be strong. The purpose of a hearth extension is to prevent radiant firebox heat from lowering the kindling temperature of combustible materials in front of and around the hearth including combustible plywood that might be under tile just in front of the hearth under the hearth extension and any wooden trim around and too close to the hearth there are. Spread enough for about five tiles then use the notched edge of the trowel to make furrows in the mortar.

Measure the height of the existing surface and rip 2x lumber 11 4 inches thinner than that measurement. Adding two sheets of 1 2 inch cement backerboard and metal lath mortared together will bring the extension level with the original.