What Is A Hearth Pad And Why Do You Need One?

You may have heard of a hearth, but have you heard of a hearth pad? Chances are, if you have a wood stove, gas stove, or pellet stove you have heard of them. If you’re considering purchasing one for your home, you’ll need to add a hearth pad to your list because they are a vital component for any wood or pellet stove.

What is a hearth pad?

It is a protective layer that sits on your floor, underneath your freestanding wood, pellet, or gas stove. They come in various material types spanning from tile to even high heat resistant mat options. As you can expect, these stoves give off extreme high heat which can even cause damage to your flooring. Additionally, it can protect your floors from stray sparks or any potentially disastrous accidents.

Do all hearth pads look the same?

No, they actually come in many different colors, designs, and materials. Due to the high heat, they will need to be made out of non-combustible materials. These can include brick, stone, metal, tile, and even concrete. Within this, as you can imagine, varies in color, consistency, and overall aesthetic feel. Your wood, pellet, and gas stove professional can assist in choosing the best solution for your home and budget.

Why do I need a hearth pad?

As we mentioned earlier, a hearth pad can prevent potentially catastrophic damage. On top of this, it can cause aesthetic damage and wear and tear that you can otherwise avoid. More importantly, skipping on a hearth pad can potentially violate local building codes or violate insurance requirements. Because of this, most professionals would highly recommend every stover owner installing one, just as they would for a fireplace hearth. On top of that, they add aesthetic flair to the room and can round out the feel of a room.

Products that we sell at Dubuque Fireplace & Patio

At Dubuque Fireplace & Patio, we offer many hearth, fireplace, and stove accessories. We carry functional accessories as well as aesthetic accessories. Specific to this article, all hearth pads are code-compliant and come in various materials, shapes, sizes, and color. But we also carry accessories such as stove boards, rugs, and hearth extensions. All of these products protect the floor and minimize damage.

We carry brands such as Stoll, American Panel Hearth Products, Pearl Mantels, Ambiance, Mantel Mount, and Design Specialties. Each brand offers products that come in many different style options to match any interior decoration style.

In Need of a Hearth Pad?

Call the team at Dubuque Fireplace & Patio. Our team can assist with installing your hearth pad or any additional accessories. If you have any questions or are unsure of direction, we can also help with that. From product selection to install and beyond, our expert team will provide outstanding support every step of the way. If you’re ready to install or in need of cleaning, maintenance, or repair, call us today at (563) 582-5156.