10 Questions & 10 Answers Ask a Question

William P. from Memphis, TN asked: What temp is required for this to set? 1 Answer Per the manufacturer, this cement should be heated to at least 250 degrees for a 1 hour time period to cure properly. Submitted by: Owen O. Most Helpful Answer

Answer

HWA from Phila, PA asked: Could this be used to cast/mold replacement logs for a propane gas fireplace for which no parts are made now? 1 Answer Unfortunately, this would not be safe and the only option would be a complete replacement of the fireplace. Submitted by: Will M. Most Helpful Answer

Answer

Dan The parging version of this mortar contains â€œgritâ€. Is it possible to add silica sand to this product to achieve the parging character? 1 Answer I wouldn't recommend adding any material to the mixture, but we do offer Smoke Chamber Parging Mix Submitted by: Will M. Most Helpful Answer

Answer

Tony from Sturbridge, MA asked: Can I put the cement on in 1/4â€ layers before adding the next? 1 Answer You can do 1/4 inch increments and cure in between at approximately 250 degrees. Submitted by: Kathy O. Most Helpful Answer

Answer

Jeff N from Hewitt, NJ asked: Can it be used outdoors to repair/seal 1/4 inch separation in the dome of a pizza oven? Will it adhere to the ceiling/roof of the oven? 1 Answer It can be used that way and will adhere in thinner layers. You will want to cure it process before using the oven normally. Submitted by: Owen O. Most Helpful Answer

Answer

Ron from Schenectady, NY asked: Is this product suitable for use in an industrial boiler firebox? 1 Answer It is suitable given that the operating temperature does not exceed 3,000Â°F. Submitted by: Chris C. Most Helpful Answer

Answer

Berlinda from Fort Morgan, CO asked: What is the abrasion resistance of this cement? What is it guaranteed to protect against? 1 Answer Once fully cured, this product is designed to be able to withstand the abrasive effects of wire chimney brushes, cleaning whips, and creosote removal chains. Submitted by: eFireplaceStore Most Helpful Answer

Answer

Tom from Summerland, BC,CAN asked: What kind of heat does this cement need to cure? 1 Answer Per the manufacturer, this cement should be heated to at least 250 degrees for a 1 hour time period to cure properly. Submitted by: eFireplaceStore Most Helpful Answer

Answer

Serge from Morden, MB asked: What will happen to the mortar when it gets colder than 0 degrees? 1 Answer Per the manufacturer this troweling cement is not as strong as concrete, but will still hold up to the extreme temperature changes. Submitted by: Chris C. Most Helpful Answer

Answer