Summary of Contents for etex Promat PROMAFOUR boards
- Page 1 How to: Line a masonry fireplace with PROMAFOUR® PROMAFOUR® fire surround lining systems...
- Page 2 Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace PROMAFOUR® The fire surround lining system If you are installing a new stove, Promat PROMAFOUR® meets Gypsum plasterboards – including stove surround or updating an these criteria. It has been the fire-rated pink boards – are existing one you must ensure that fully tested and classified to combustible and should not be...
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Page 3: Peace Of Mind
Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Why PROMAFOUR® Benefits for installer and homeowner SAFE AND RELIABLE QUICK AND EASY TO INSTALL PEACE OF MIND PROMAFOUR® boards are PROMAFOUR® boards can As PROMAFOUR® boards classified A1 non-combustible in easily be cut with traditional minimally expand and contract accordance with BS EN 13501-1 woodworking tools and installed... -
Page 4: Getting Started
Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Getting started Equipment required Promat PROMASEAL® BEFORE YOU BEGIN PROMAFOUR® boards are SILICONE SEALANT is a mechanically strong and easy Before you begin to install silicone based fire protection to work with. your PROMAFOUR®... - Page 5 Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace THERE ARE 4 STAGES FOR THE LINING OF A FIREPLACE; Stage 1: Preparing the existing fireplace Stage 2: Installing PROMAFOUR® Stage 3: Fixing PROMAFOUR® Stage 4: Finishing PROMAFOUR® Stage 1 Preparing the existing fireplace Cover the surrounding area to the installation with dust sheets to ensure any dust is contained.
- Page 6 Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Stage 2 Installing PROMAFOUR® Measure the three surfaces of the fireplace. With older properties take several measurements at different levels just to check how uneven the wall might be. Measuring the surfaces of the fireplace. You will need to cut the rear panel first as this is the first one to be installed.
- Page 7 Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Stage 2 Installing PROMAFOUR® (continued) The rear PROMAFOUR® board is held in place using Flamebond 9 as a bonding compound. Check to ensure it is level and the surface is even. When screw fixing into the the masonry you would need to use a suitable metal wall plug and countersunk wood screw.
- Page 8 Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Stage 3 Fixing PROMAFOUR® Pre-drill and countersink oversize screw holes in the rear board and at the back of the left and right Min 12mm from edges Min 12mm from edges boards at a maximum of 300mm centres. This is to allow for heat expansion.
- Page 9 Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Stage 3 Fixing PROMAFOUR® (continued) PROMAFOUR® Glue is then applied between the joints of the left and right boards to the rear board. PROMAFOUR® Glue being applied to between the joints. In most installations the edge of the Promafour® boards will be hidden by a hearth.
- Page 10 Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Stage 4 Finishing PROMAFOUR® Apply PROMAFOUR® Joint Filler to the screw heads to make an even surface. Once filler has dried you will need to sand it down for a smooth surface. The filler may contract overnight and require re- applying and re-finishing the following day.
- Page 11 Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Stage 4 Finishing PROMAFOUR® (continued) If required PROMAFOUR® can be painted with specialist high temperature paint, such as Keim Paint. Please refer to paint manufacturer guidelines. We have only discussed a paint finish but if you prefer a tiled finished, install with rough side facing the room and prime the rough surface and fix tiles to PROMAFOUR®...
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Page 12: Asked Questions
Promat | How to Line a masonry fireplace Frequently asked questions CAN I PLASTER PROMAFOUR®? I HAVE A LARGE FIREPLACE, CAN CAN I TILE PROMAFOUR®? PROMAFOUR® BE USED IN THIS We do not recommend this. Yes - See section on how to tile INSTANCE? The board finish is smooth and PROMAFOUR®. - Page 13 GB ORDER LINE KEIM PAINTS For placing orders, delivery enquiries, T: 01952 231 250 local stockists etc. W: www.keim.com T: 0800 373 636 FORTAFIX F: 01275 379 037 Flame Bond Range E: orderline@etexgroup.com T: 1429 273 252 W: fortafix@minkon.co.uk RESOLUTIONS For any problems with invoices or deliveries.
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