finding rockwool?

[bostock]

i want to pack the cavity between liner and chimney (at bottom, stove end). I see references in the forum to rockwool? Where can i find it?

 

[RNLA]

I am not sure that is the same as the ceramic blanket type that most people use....? They carry the ceramic at some hardware stores.

 

[Adios Pantalones]

Rockwool is usually carried under the brand name Roxul and is sometimes carried under the product name "accoustical fire batts". It's a LOT cheaper than the ceramic stuff (Kaowool).

I got some at a place called "Wallboard Supply"- maybe there's a yellowpages category, or call and ask who your local distributor is:
http://www.roxul.com/commercial/products/roxul+afb®

 

[EatenByLimestone]

Kaowool can be picked up in your stove shop. They cut a few feet off a roll for me.

Matt

 

[Rudyjr]

Rockwool is usually carried under the brand name Roxul and is sometimes carried under the product name "accoustical fire batts". It's a LOT cheaper than the ceramic stuff (Kaowool).

I got some at a place called "Wallboard Supply"- maybe there's a yellowpages category, or call and ask who your local distributor is:
http://www.roxul.com/commercial/products/roxul+afb®

+1 Any good insulation contracting company or some drywall supply houses. Also known as "fire stop insulation" by some trades people. Roxul is rockwool.

 

[jimbom]

I got mine from a mechanical contractor supply house.

 

[ddddddden]

www.atsacoustics.com AKA Mineral Wool

 

[scoooter]

It can also be found on ebay.


Scott

 

[Fsappo]

We sell it at our Hearth Shop, or just give it away to folks who are regular customers.

 

[facemire21]

I have 4 sheets of it if you need some...i'm in frederick daily

 

[tickbitty]

Don't want to hijack the thread, but somebody gave me several feet of kaowool blanket - it's thick, like 3". What's the best way to cut this stuff and handle it? Should I wear a mask or anything when I do? I got it for a block off plate but might want to cut some off and put it up around the inside of the damper as a first step.

 

[Adios Pantalones]

A good mask. Gloves, clothes you plan on shaking out while wearing a mask, then washing. Can use scissors, razor, etc.

I may be a bit overly cautious, but I'm prone to silicosis as it is, being a potter.

 

[firefighterjake]

Some plumbing supply places also carry this product.

 

[ddemmith]

You can buy it on line at Lowes.com with free ship to your nearest store.

 

[karl]

Why does Lowe's list it as having an R value of 0?