Find the tile that you want and dry fit on the area that way you can make measurements on building the frame.
Build your own wood stove hearth pad.
Measure the dimensions of the backer board so there is at least 16 inches that extends out from the stove in the front and on both sides.
Step 2 cut plywood.
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We installed a wood stove in the garage and for safety it requires a tiled hearth they were quite pricey so.
You can cut this board with a utility knife.
There should be 16 inches or more coming out from underneath both the front and the sides.
Setting tile or stone is the same as installing the materials on a floor or.
This simple diy can save hundreds of dollars.
Larger hearths are suggested for allowing room for wood storage and reloading the firebox.
Next cut the same dimensions with a circular saw from a piece of plywood that s 3 4 inches.
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To begin use a 1 2 inch piece of cement backer board underneath your stove.
Stone or tile set directly on the backer board makes a low profile wood stove pad that s safe for taller units.
T he hubby used 2x4 wood he got for 70 off at home depot to build the frame.