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[pellet9999]

I have a Napolean and it has the lightweight panels that sit up in the top as a baffle. I dont know what that material is called but its light. Some time ago when I didnt have screen on my stovepipe ,some birds got in and got stuck
in the stove. One of the birds actually pecked a large hole in the material trying to get out I guess. I hadnt noticed it because I dont use the house in winter anymore. It is a big hole.
Anyway can I get some generic replacement panels of that lightweight stuff and cut them to fit up there???
I dont want to order anything from Napolean ...I just want some generic stuff otherwise I will put firebricks up in there. Any info appreciated.

 

[EatenByLimestone]

If you have the room you could sit a firebrick above the hole. Maybe a little refractory cement would hold the brick from moving.

 

[Oregon aloha]

I would lay fire brick all the way across that shelf if it will support them. I don't think I would glue them down as it might be an issue getting the panels out or back in when you clean out the stove.

 

[begreen]

Fire brick may be too thick and disruptive to the flow of gases to the flue. What is wrong with getting the right replacement board?