If you have an old fireplace in your home, it is worth renovating it over the years and restoring it to its former glory.s Repairing an old fireplace is possible with the right products offered by the Vitcas shop.
Fireplaces and cookers are constantly exposed to high temperatures, which is why materials with certain properties are used to build them. Repair of an old fireplace requires components with high fire resistance. The extensive range of products offered by the Vitcas shop includes various types of cooker gaskets, door cords, sealants and other materials necessary for the construction or renovation of cookers and fireplaces. Among the products dedicated to fireplaces, there are also heat-resistant joint compounds used to fill in any cracks that appear on the fireplace bedding or at the joints of the panels. Regular maintenance of the fireplace is essential for it to be efficient and safe to use.
Repairing an old fireplace – essential action with Vitcas products
Repairing an old fireplace also requires the right equipment. Various sizes of chimney stirrers and chimney cleaners are available in the Vitcas shop. Among the recommended products you can also find ready-made repair kits that include: 2 metres of cord, cord adhesive and protective gloves. The cords are heat resistant and able to withstand continuous exposure to 550°C. Maintaining the fireplace also means filling in any defects. For this reason, it is advisable to stock up on joints that can withstand high temperatures (up to 1000°C) or Vitcas HRF heat-resistant joint compound, ideal for cracks or joints. High-temperature and flexible silicone, which adheres easily to various surfaces, can also be used to repair the fireplace.
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Repairing an old fireplace serves not only to restore it to good condition, but also to modernise it. It can be easily done using the ready-made repair kits offered by the Vitcas shop.