This isn t the easiest project to replicate or even explain but i think it was well worth it to create a modern one of a kind heat shield.
Wood stove thermal barrier.
See the photos below for how it looks against the wall.
Heat shields for clearance reduction adequate clearances are one of the two most important safety features of any wood stove installation.
The other is proper materials a properly installed and maintained wood stove can be one of the safest appliances in your home.
A radiant wood stove that does not have a built in heat shield requires at least three feet of air space between the stove and any combustible material including wooden studs hidden behind drywall.
But cheating on clearances can create a very dangerous situation.
This allows for a 1 air barrier behind the wood stove heat shield.
Most wall coverings will ignite if the stove is close enough even.
Heat shield for wood stove stove wall shield.
A team performance 13575 adhesive backed aluminized fiberglass heat shield barrier up to 2000 degrees fahrenheit multi purpose compatible with firewall hoods hoses and doors 12 x 24 4 4 out of 5 stars 209.