Hearth Extension Ideas

[orenn89]

I installed my hampton HI300 over the weekend and need about 9 inches more of an extension. If i am interpreting the manual correctly because the stove is over 3.5 inches high, i dont need anything with any specific R value, just something that will prevent sparks. I would like to build something that is removable but will not damage the hardwood floors underneath as we would like to remove it during the summer months. I was thinking of making a box out of oak trim and laying a few rows of bricks or tiles, but how would i protect my floor underneath? I dont like the idea of the mat as i have a lab that would think its a great chew toy to run around the house with. Anyone have any other neat suggestions? Picture below.

 

[Lake Girl]

What about the felt cushions you can get at the hardware store? http://www.walmart.com/ip/Soft-Touch-1-2-x-60-Felt-Strip-Oatmeal/16778016

Could also try the nylon chair cushions that have a nail to attach to bottom of chair legs... http://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-1-8-in-Nylon-Glide-4609844EB/203672150

 

[Lake Girl]

Could try for this ... http://www.amazon.com/Steel-Africana-Hearth-Safe-Pad/dp/B001E8O814

 

[orenn89]

I like the idea, that link from amazon is similar to what i was thinking too. Do you think the felt cushions or nylon chair cushions would allow the pad to slide?

 

[Lake Girl]

Weight should keep it from going too far... nylon ones might leave marks on the wood due to that fact though. Didn't think it through well enough

Possible to add some kind of anchor point on each side - either in wood or mortar? Small enough not to mess up either too bad but enough to keep it in place...