Why homeowners are bringing antique fireplace technology into the modern kitchen
In short: This video demonstrates how to install a heavy fireback behind a kitchen stove. While traditionally used in fireplaces for centuries to reflect heat, these heavy plates are seeing a modern resurgence in kitchen design.
Tom and Charlie Silva show how to mount a fireback onto a tiled wall, a project for homeowners Joe and Liz in the Newton house. While traditionally used within fireplaces to trap and redirect warmth into living spaces, firebacks are currently being used behind stoves instead.
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