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    Vermont Defiant Wood Burning Stove - Heat Shield Req

    Morning. We purchased a Vermont Definat wood burning stove and are in the process of framing the area that it will go. It is a 7’ W by 5’ H and 6’ D Cove or Opening. We plan to use a stone hearth and stone in and around the sides of the cove. My question is what material is best for the...
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    Wall Protection for corner stove

    I am having a Lopi Republic 1250 installed in my cabin. It will be in the corner of the main area. I know I need to have a hearth pad to protect the floor from embers. The install manual, says nothing about wall protection, other than installing in an alcove. Other than that, it only shows...
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    Clearance requirements for NONcombustible surfaces

    My hearthstone shelburne is located partially inside an old masonry fireplace. The fireplace itself is externally attached to the house, so I lose a lot of heat through the masonry to the outside. I'm wanting to install a heat shield directly behind my stove that essentially blocks off the old...