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If you’ve bought one of our tiled cast iron fireplaces, the tiles are supplied loose and need fitting into the back of the cast iron insert. It’s fairly straightforward, but there are a couple of things worth knowing before you start particularly what the two metal straps are for.
Your fireplace will normally arrive with two metal straps taped together. These aren’t packaging or spare pieces. The straps hold the tile panels securely against the back of the cast iron fireplace, so keep them to one side when you unpack everything.
Carefully remove the loose tiles from their box and arrange them in the correct order before fitting them. Use the photograph of your fireplace on our website or in the brochure as a guide. Some tile designs have left and right-hand panels, so check the pattern before fixing anything in place. This is particularly important with designs such as the Jazz Tubeline tiles, where the two sides need to face the correct way.
Once you’re happy with the order, turn the tiles over while keeping them lined up. Apply a few strips of strong tape across the backs of the tiles. This holds each group together as one panel and makes it much easier to lift the tiles into the fireplace without them moving out of position.
Fit the two metal straps loosely to the back of the cast iron fireplace using the supplied bolts, washers and wingnuts. Don’t tighten them fully yet. You need enough room to slide the assembled tile panels between the cast iron and the retaining straps.
Carefully slide each tile panel into the fireplace from the side. Once both sides are positioned correctly, gradually tighten the wingnuts so the straps hold the tiles against the cast iron. Do not overtighten them. The tiles only need to be held securely in position. Tightening the straps too much can crack the top or bottom tiles.
Before fixing everything permanently, stand in front of the fireplace and check that the tiles are lined up correctly. The centre tiles may need packing slightly from behind so that they sit flush with the cast iron. It’s worth spending a little time getting this right before the adhesive goes on.
Once you’re happy with the position, secure the tiles from behind with Dri-Wall adhesive. Leave the adhesive to dry fully before moving or installing the fireplace. Once set, the tiles should remain firmly positioned within the cast iron insert.
If you damage a tile during fitting or need replacements for an existing fireplace, we sell a range of fireplace tiles.
If you’re unsure which tiles match your fireplace, send us a photograph and we’ll help identify them.
Phone
01773 718718
Email
sales@castfireplaces.co.uk
