Hello Rebel! Looks like you've been busy. I hope you have some cooler weather so you can try out your stove when all your work is done...it would be a bear to have to wait until nest fall!
I think that when I built my hearth, I had waited to install the face trim. I can't be sure. But I do remember that I was surprised (relieved) at how easy the grout cleaned up. Just a lot of repetition making sure the sponge is cleaned, you know? So even if you put the cedar on, it seems it would clean easily...unless its rough sawn?? (Mine was hickory and pre-finished)
I think that when I built my hearth, I had waited to install the face trim. I can't be sure. But I do remember that I was surprised (relieved) at how easy the grout cleaned up. Just a lot of repetition making sure the sponge is cleaned, you know? So even if you put the cedar on, it seems it would clean easily...unless its rough sawn?? (Mine was hickory and pre-finished)