We have a Quad 4100i and this will be our third season with it and its been a real money saver plus I just like fire going all the time. Well last year I got the Quad pre-fab metal hearth that is adjustable to meet the fireplace as it sticks out a little. I just never liked the look and since I am finally getting around to finishing the wiring and stone work around the fireplace I want to build a raise hearth. I think metal studs + Next Gen Durock + hearth stone. I have never worked with metal studs so I want to be sure they are fireproof and they will support the hearth stones. Thoughts? I can post pics and go into more detail, but I think I am good to go? The insert is supported by the old fireplace so the hearth will not be supporting any of that weight.
I did search the site, but most of the hearths are for free standing stoves and the clearances are much different. I can not use any wood to frame the hearth.
I did search the site, but most of the hearths are for free standing stoves and the clearances are much different. I can not use any wood to frame the hearth.