Floor Protection for Lopi Answer

[boulderjoe]

Hi Everyone!
This is my first post and I'm really glad to be here! I did it, I bought a Wood Stove on Craigslist and now I need to install it. I'm up for it but I'm overwhelmed. I want to install it by myself.
I have Lopi Answer and the instructions says it needs, "floor protection of at least 3/8" thick." That's it. Nothing about R-Value, etc. The Answer is on a pedestal and I want to make my own hearth pad. On this forum I've read about guys layering plywood and tiles; other guys use stacks of Durarock, tile, and more! Can someone knowledgeable give me some tips?! Thanks!

 

[summit]

for that stove, use a 1/2 " durock w/ tile, 36 x 42 min dimension

 

[Elfin]

Welcome! Yeah, it's pretty simple. You can build a frame out of 2x4s if you wish, or just start with a layer of plywood, with cement board on top. The key is paying close attention to the required clearances in the manual. What kind of tiles do you plan to use?

 

[boulderjoe]

My manual has very specific dimensions for size of the hearth pad but it has nothing for the thickness - just "non-combustible" and at least 0.18" thick. I hadn't really considered what type of tiles to use. I was going to go to Home Depot and put a design together. What should I avoid? Since there isn't any specific mention of R-value it may not get hot at all?