{"product_id":"viadrus-u32-schamottstein-oben","title":"Viadrus U32 firebrick on top","description":"\u003ch2\u003eViadrus U32 firebrick on top\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Firebrick on top Compatible with the cast iron boiler: Viadrus U32\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy does fireclay deteriorate over time?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDue to its high mineral content, fireclay also has a slight disadvantage: it is relatively brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDue to prolonged exposure to high heat, it will eventually develop cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThese are initial signs of wear and tear on the material, but not yet a reason for replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFireclay should only be replaced when parts of the material fall out and the protection of the oven can no longer be guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eTherefore, the fireclay should always be checked during the maintenance of a fireplace.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eTwo questions repeatedly arise in this context:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIs a broken firebrick after prolonged use 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, the chimney sweep, or the dealer have to replace the firebricks?\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eHere too, a clear rule applies. \u003cstrong\u003eno\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe operator of the oven is responsible for the lining of the firebox.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWhile you could hire a professional to do it, anyone with manual skills can also do the replacement themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAnother piece of good news: The replacement material is significantly 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\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe term \u0026quot;fireclay\u0026quot; (also \u0026quot;chamotte\u0026quot;) is often used synonymously with refractory bricks. When a specialist speaks of fireclay, they are referring to a natural product, a refractory material. It is very 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":47192144052572,"sku":"VU32KO","price":211.19,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/7796\/6428\/files\/viadrus-u32-schamottstein-oben-1865999.jpg?v=1770692950","url":"https:\/\/si.gemashop.de\/products\/viadrus-u32-firebrick-above","provider":"GEMA Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}