Install complete

[ColdNH]

Finally ready to burn.

Just Finished installing the custom mantle shield and got my hearth mat in place

I had the mantle shield custom made out of copper by a local metal fabricator. its hanging by ceramic spacers with a 1" gap. Should hopefully do the trick. best part about it, you can barely tell its there.

 

[fishingpol]

Looks very nice. And I thought I had a sort of tight install. Looking forward to see pics of it running.

 

[fox9988]

Very discrete, yet look good.

 

[Defiant]

Nice job!

 

[begreen]

Lokk purty, but I go to ask: Is the rug temporary until a real hearth extension can be installed?

 

[Ashful]

Nice! Can you still access the side-load door, or will this be used front-load only?

 

[ColdNH]

Lokk purty, but I go to ask: Is the rug temporary until a real hearth extension can be installed?

I knew that was coming. for the time being, the stove only requires ember protection in front, so that's all I plan on doing. I do not want to mess with the wood floors or have a raised hearth extension there as it will almost protrude into a travel path of the room.

I also plan on using the side loading door so I dont fore-see anything falling out the front onto the mat.

 

[daveswoodhauler]

Thats one nice install. Good job.

 

[BillsWS]

Excellent

 

[blujacket]

Beautiful

 

[begreen]

I knew that was coming. for the time being, the stove only requires ember protection in front, so that's all I plan on doing. I do not want to mess with the wood floors or have a raised hearth extension there as it will almost protrude into a travel path of the room.

I also plan on using the side loading door so I dont fore-see anything falling out the front onto the mat.

The problem is that it's not permanent. For the long haul I would consider inlaying tile, flush with the floor if this setup works out well. In the meantime at least tack it down in place for safety sake.

 

[Highbeam]

Is it bare copper? Do you expect it to oxidize into a dull brown? If not, you'll want to paint it with clear paint or something to protect the shine.

It does look good, the copper.

 

[ColdNH]

Is it bare copper? Do you expect it to oxidize into a dull brown? If not, you'll want to paint it with clear paint or something to protect the shine.

It does look good, the copper.

From what I am told by the store that made it; It should not really oxidize much or change color greatly since its inside and will not see direct sunlight.

As for the ember mat, I do plan on securing it in place.

 

[jjs777_fzr]

Looks good - can't even tell the shield is in place when looking head on.

 

[Backwoods Savage]

Like BeGreen, I too wondered about the rug. Even though you plan on holding that rug down, I'd advise putting down some ceramic tiles or something similar. It should not be too costly to do and then you will be covered. Someone might someday want to look inside that beautiful stove from the front; it is better to be protected and this way you also would not need to worry about any insurance or inspectors. In addition, there is that peace of mind...

 

[etiger2007]

Nice job, dont skimp on safety.

 

[cmonSTART]

That heat shield looks fantastic!! Nice work!

 

[tickbitty]

Wow, just looked back to see how your install looks, it's beautiful, congrats!

 

[BobUrban]

No where near as pretty as your install but this gives you an idea as to what tile can look like. With the Dura rock inset to the floor and time I am up 1/2" from the floor so I trimed it out with oak but done a little differently you could place them flush with the wood floor so a vacuum could be run right over it. Just an fyi - your install looks great!!

 

[etiger2007]

No where near as pretty as your install but this gives you an idea as to what tile can look like. With the Dura rock inset to the floor and time I am up 1/2" from the floor so I trimed it out with oak but done a little differently you could place them flush with the wood floor so a vacuum could be run right over it. Just an fyi - your install looks great!!
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I like it, like the little wood storage area too.

 

[ScotO]

Very very NICE! I love the fireplace, the stove choice, the mantel AND that custom shield. I also love how clean and "tight" everything looks there, classy yet definitely COUNTRY!

As for your ember mat, in the long-term I would definitely consider inlaid tile in front of the stove. Maybe use cement board and those veneer bricks, that would pull everything together. Or even a thin stone veneer for the hearth extension. Either way, that is one beautiful job you've done there, thanks for sharing!

 

[ColdNH]

Love the wood storage area, keeps the mess in one spot.

No where near as pretty as your install but this gives you an idea as to what tile can look like. With the Dura rock inset to the floor and time I am up 1/2" from the floor so I trimed it out with oak but done a little differently you could place them flush with the wood floor so a vacuum could be run right over it. Just an fyi - your install looks great!!
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[ColdNH]

Thanks for the kind comments, when deciding on what stove to get we lucked out that the oslo complimented the hearth so well, also lucked out it was a great stove and lucked out even more that it barely fit with the short leg kit! The house definiltly has a modern country feel to it, so I really appreciate the comments.

That is what I am leaning toward, thin brick that will match the existing brick. just not too motivated to rip up the oak floors yet tho. I know i know..

Here is a more recent picture with the stoves new best friend.

Very very NICE! I love the fireplace, the stove choice, the mantel AND that custom shield. I also love how clean and "tight" everything looks there, classy yet definitely COUNTRY!

As for your ember mat, in the long-term I would definitely consider inlaid tile in front of the stove. Maybe use cement board and those veneer bricks, that would pull everything together. Or even a thin stone veneer for the hearth extension. Either way, that is one beautiful job you've done there, thanks for sharing!

 

[Ashful]

Seeing this thread come back up has me wondering if I should do my lintel and door jamb shields out of copper. I have a huge roll of heavy 1 lb. copper flashing in the garage, and a brake that can bend that, but figured it was too soft to take any bumps! I suspect maybe this one was done out of copper with a harder temper?

 

[jdp1152]

Is it bare copper? Do you expect it to oxidize into a dull brown? If not, you'll want to paint it with clear paint or something to protect the shine.

It does look good, the copper.

All of the copper pipes in my house are 30+years old and haven't oxidized. Not usually a big issue when not exposed to weather.