Wood paneling behind a fireplace or stove despite heat. Is that possible?

A wooden wall behind a fireplace or stove looks great, but often raises concerns. Can the wood not start to burn with this heat? It is very clear that wood is not as flammable as many other objects and surfaces near a stove (carpet, wallpaper, etc.). To make a wooden wall behind a fireplace or stove, it takes the observance of some important points to really enjoy the product for a long time:

1. We recommend a distance of at least 25cm from the fireplace or stove to the wooden wall.
The distance that a stove must have at least to the back wall is 20cm. Here it is assumed that the rear wall is made of a material that is not easily flammable. While a wood wall is a combustible material, it is not easily flammable by moderate heat, which is often the case on the back of a stove. Furnaces develop the main heat to the front (through the firebox door, which is why it is often at least 80cm away).

2. Full-surface bonding of the individual wooden aprons
Due to the temperature swings in the vicinity of the furnace, the wood naturally works a lot and must therefore be securely and well glued to the wall. Again, it is enormously important that attention is paid to a full-surface bonding of the strips. The adhesive ensures a firm hold on the wall despite temperature fluctuations. The adhesive we offer retains its adhesive power even at higher temperatures and can therefore be used without hesitation.

3. Let courage to the gap
Often the wall paneling is installed in spring / autumn, where the stove is not or no longer in operation. The individual wooden strips are then glued firmly bump to bump and often exactly flush on the floor or ceiling. Now, when the stove is heated, the wood begins to expand, but it does not have enough space for it. The result is that straps loose, bowls or bend up. We therefore recommend a gap of 1cm to the floor and ceiling and also that the wooden strips are loosely put together, so they still have a little bit space to move.

4. Do not attach the wooden wall directly to the stovepipe.
When attaching the wooden straps near the stovepipe, there are a few things to consider. How far is the stovepipe from the stove before it hits the wall? What temperature is the stovepipe at this point? Stove pipes usually have only a partial heat when they run into the wall, but it should be ensured that the straps are not laid directly to the pipe. A pipe has at least one end ring, which is on the wall and forms a conclusion to the wall. The wall cladding can be laid here up to this ring. (You may look in our gallery area to see some picutre of customers)

5. If in doubt, check with the chimney sweep
If you are still unsure and have concerns about installing your wooden wall, then contact your chimney sweep. He will certainly be happy to assist you and answer your questions. TIP: Just take a look at our gallery. Here you will also find pictures of the customer who have laid a wooden wall behind their fireplace.