Refractory systems, insulation and heatproof construction
Technical articles for fireplaces, stoves, forges and ovens.
Clear guidance on fire bricks, refractory cement, insulation and repair materials.
Guides on building blacksmith forges, hearths and other high-heat work zones with the right combination of fire bricks, refractory concrete and dependable jointing materials.
Clear introductions to the Vitcas range: fire cement, castable refractory, heat resistant adhesives, boards and insulation products used across fireplaces, stoves and ovens.
Learn how to layer structural and insulating materials correctly to retain heat, improve safety and extend the service life of kilns, bread ovens, fireplaces and flue systems.
Step-by-step articles covering crack repair, sealing stove doors, refreshing fireback surfaces and choosing heat-resistant products for long-term upkeep.
Posted on 10/03/9068 05:22PM
To build a pizza or bread oven or a garden barbecue, use building materials that can withstand extreme temperatures. A good quality fireproof brick will certainly come in handy. Heating appliances need to accumulate heat in order to work efficiently, so they should be built from materials such...
Posted on 10/03/8757 05:45PM
Are you building a heating structure? You will need fireclay brick – the best material for barbecues and fireplaces, available in the permanent offer of the Vitcas store. Fireclay bricks for fireplaces are definitely one of the best materials for building a hearth and combustion chamber. They a...
Posted on 10/03/2368 05:19PM
High-temperature exhaust tape acts as a layer of insulation that traps exhaust heat in the exhaust system. When done correctly, exhaust insulation protects the exhaust from sudden temperature spikes. The exhaust tape offered by the Vitcas shop is available in two types. The first is an E-glas...