Garn firebrick pad

[fabguy01]

What is the purpose of the pad that goes under the firebrick in a garn?

 

[Jim K in PA]

Nate - I believe it is two-fold: It helps insulate the lower fire box to increase the efficiency of the primary burn, and it protects the floor of the firebox from abrasion/corrosion. I have my manuals at home, and will try and remember to check them. I think it describes it that way.

 

[heaterman]

Nate - I believe it is two-fold: It helps insulate the lower fire box to increase the efficiency of the primary burn, and it protects the floor of the firebox from abrasion/corrosion. I have my manuals at home, and will try and remember to check them. I think it describes it that way.

All the above plus it provides a little cushion for the bricks.

Jim, did you get my PM and was I barking up the right tree?

 

[Jim K in PA]

Jim, did you get my PM and was I barking up the right tree?

Sorry Steve - no gettum PM.

 

[heaterman]

Jim, did you get my PM and was I barking up the right tree?

Sorry Steve - no gettum PM.

I'll check and see if I still have your question saved and get back with you