Having in the house such a structure as a fireplace or a stove, it is necessary from time to time to put in order not only their internal chimney channels, but also the appearance of these structures.
Fireplace painted with red heat-resistant paint
But to not to get into an unpleasant situation and not do a waste of work, you need to know which paint for stoves and fireplaces is most suitable.
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What paint is better to choose for a stove or fireplace?
In order for the paint to retain its decorative qualities under the influence of her high temperatures, special heat-resistant enamels are produced. They are intended not only for giving the construction of the required design, surface protection from persistent penetration of dust and dirt into bricks, but and from high humidity, and they will protect metal elements from oxidation processes and corrosion. Basically, all heat-resistant coatings are produced in the form of a suspension, and heat-resistant varnishes containing silicon and silicone act as the base there.
Heat Resistant Enamel Cetra (up to 600 degrees)
Heat-resistant paints are available in cans or as a spray in spray cans. When painting stone surfaces, the paint is absorbed into the porous structure of the brick and forms a thin layer on them. film, which becomes a protective coating.
Except protective qualities inherent in them, heat-resistant enamels give the structures of stoves and fireplaces a special decorative effect and elegance — their walls become brighter and more aesthetic.
Stone ovens always have various metal elements that also need periodic painting. For them, heat-resistant enamels for metal are used, which are usually available in cans. They usually dry quickly and are convenient to use in that they do not need additional paint. toolssuch as brush. To select the correct variationnt crAski, you must definitely study the instructions on the package, and find out for which material this heat-resistant enamel is intended.
Basically, the paints used for painting stoves and fireplaces withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees, and some of them — and moreover, up to 700 degrees. If we take into account that coal burning in the conditions of the furnace heats up to 850 degrees, then the inner surfaces of the masonry will have a lower temperature, and in this case heat-resistant paint on onsurfaces will not be affected in any way.
She is not afraid of high temperatures
For metal parts of the furnace, it is better to choose a heat-resistant anti-corrosion paint, for example, enamel KO-8101. It will perfectly protect such surfaces that are operated under conditions of constant exposure to high and low temperatures in the range from —50 to + 650 degrees. Therefore, it can cover not only the details of furnaces located inside premises, but also barbecue ovens located under the open sky.
Basic heat-resistant enamel Elkon KO-8101
This heat resistant paint fit for concrete, brick and even asbestos concrete surfaces.It can cover heating radiators, metal and brick chimney pipes of furnaces and fireplaces. Due to the variety of colors produced, it is capable of fully satisfy any request, and fully change the appearance of the building.
The following enamel colors are available for sale: black and red, white and brown, silver and green, gray and blue, yellow and blue. We can say that there is a choice for every taste, and by mixing colors, you can get rich deep shades. Manufacturer gives a guarantee for the operational period of enamel up to fifteen years.
Heat-resistant organosilicon enamels KO-811 and KO-813 have high technological characteristics that correspond to everyone requirements of paints for heating installations, how for brick surfaces, and for metal. They are made on the basis of organosilicon varnish and can be operated at temperatures up to + 450 degrees. Enamels have the ability to withstand external aggressive environments and protect surfaces from her influence. They are quite suitable for coating steel, cast iron and aluminum surfaces. Similar paints are available in a limited range of colors. — have red, green and black color.
Enamel paint KO-813 is available only in silver color, and includes aluminum powder in its composition. It can be used for painting not only metal, but also brick surfaces. This paint has excellent heat resistance, moisture resistance and excellent antiseptic properties.
How to paint the surface of the stove or fireplace?
If a decision is made to change the appearance of the furnace, and a suitable paint is chosen for this, you can safely get to work.To begin her need from preparatory activities — this is necessary so that the enamel lies flat, does not swell, and does not fall off after the first firebox. And only after all the preparations can you start staining.
- All surfaces of the furnace, which are planned to be painted, are freed from various kinds of dirt and dust. A cooking and heating stove requires a particularly careful approach, since there Maybe the presence of oily and other kinds of stains. Deep greasy dirt can be removed with baking soda and hot water. By dipping a soft cloth in hot water and then in baking soda, her applied to a greasy spot. This action is repeated several times. After that, all cleaned parts should dry.
The stove is given a completely different look.
- Cast iron elements are cleaned with a metal brushes, and then — sandpaper. Further they are wiped with a damp cloth and wiped dry.
- If rustyon on metal is not removed, can be used for her removal of 10% solution of copper sulphate.
- Heat-resistant paint does not require a base on the surface in the form of a primer, and if the furnace was previously coated with it, her must be removed.
- Before applying enamel, it is better to heat the oven a little and let it cool down to warm states.
- After that, proceed directly to painting. Enamel can be applied with a brush, spray or roller.
Applying paint with a brush
- The oven is painted in several layers, each of which is applied after the previous one has completely dried. Painting is carried out different ways and has various kinds.For example, it can be plain, even or with structural or textured drawings, wet and semi-dry, can be applied from cans or a set of brushes of different calibers.
Do not forget about the cast-iron parts of the stove - they also need protection and decoration
- After painting and drying the paint, heat the oven to full her power is not recommended - it is better to wait 2—3 days. If all the requirements specified in the instructions are met, then the stove or fireplace structure will delight the owner with its elegant appearance for ten to fifteen years.
Bosny universal heat-resistant paint is suitable even for an outdoor barbecue (with a spray gun)
In the video, it is fashionable to make sure that the paint for stoves and fireplaces can tolerate even a practically open flame - you can cover a metal barbecue with it. This will add aesthetics to the design, and will not affect the quality of the food cooked on it.
I would like to say that, unlike a brazier or a metal barbecue, it is not at all necessary to decorate the stove in a plain boring color — it can be painted with various patterns, having a theme corresponding to the room in which it is located. For example, this photo perfectly demonstrates the option, made in a rustic style. If a would there was no drawing on the stove, she did not have would such happy and attractive look.
Don't limit your imagination
What color to paint the stove or fireplace, whether to apply a pattern on them or leave them plain, keep the original brickwork and only refresh her with paint — everyone decides for himself. The main thing in this case — choose the right composition of enamel and successfully apply her to the surface.
fresh look updated a stove or fireplace can radically change the entire interior of a room, and you will see for yourself when finish work.
