{"product_id":"viadrus-u32-schamottstein-unten","title":"Viadrus U32 Map Stone below","description":"\u003ch2\u003eViadrus U32 firebrick bottom\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirebrick bottom Compatible with the cast iron boiler: Viadrus U32\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does fireclay deteriorate over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDue to the large proportion of mineral substances, fireclay also has a small disadvantage:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIt is relatively brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDue to constant exposure to high heat, it will eventually crack.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThese are the first signs of wear and tear on the material, but not yet a reason to replace it.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe replacement of fireclay should only be carried out when parts of the material fall out and the protection of the furnace can no longer be guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe fireclay should therefore always be checked during stove maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo questions keep cropping up in this context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIs a broken firebrick after a long firing covered by the warranty? \u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe combustion chamber lining is treated as a wear part.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDoes the stove manufacturer, chimney sweep or dealer have to replace the fireclay?\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eHere too, \u003cstrong\u003ea clear no\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe stove owner is responsible for lining the firebox. While you could hire a professional, anyone with handyman skills can also replace it themselves. Another piece of good news: The replacement material is much cheaper than you might think. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat exactly is fireclay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe term \u0026quot;fireclay\u0026quot; (also \u0026quot;chamotte\u0026quot;) is often used synonymously with fireproof bricks. When experts refer to fireclay, they are referring to a natural product, a fireproof material. It is highly heat-resistant and has excellent heat storage properties, making it ideal for fireplace and stove construction.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viadrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47192138350940,"sku":"VU32KU","price":188.12,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/7796\/6428\/files\/viadrus-u32-schamottstein-unten-8751379.jpg?v=1770692961","url":"https:\/\/ie.gemashop.de\/et\/products\/viadrus-u32-firebrick-bottom","provider":"GEMA Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}