What paint can I use over the fireplace??

Question

I live in a rural area of Cornwall, and we do not have mains gas pipes, hence, no central heating. We rely on a wood burner to heat our little bungalow, which is very nice, BUT the fireplace wall gets hot, and any paint I use quickly discolours (and wallpaper too) I'm fed up with redecorating, and need to find a heatproof paint which will not discolour. Does anyone know of any PLEEEEASE!!!

Answer 1

StoneLux paint

http://www.charlesproducts.co.uk/firepla...

Answer 2

if the wall gets hot then you may have a type of blockage, maybe an idea to get it checked out...

what about eggshell paint?

http://homerenorepair.suite101.com/artic...

Answer 3

Heat resistant paint used for car engines and wood burning stoves, also BBQ comes in a few colors in cans or spray. Try a fireplace center to buy it.

Answer 4

Paint that you paint car engines with is a high temperature paint.

Heat Dispersant Paint]

[1000°F High Heat Paint]

[Engine Lacquer]

[Bike Pot Black]

HEAT DISPERSANT PAINT

Temperature resistant to 840°F (450°C)

Resists cracking and flaking

No primer needed

Quick drying

Can be used to cover clean bare metal or refinish existing black surfaces

Protects metal from oxidisation and corrosion

Resistant to fuels, oils, grease and anti-freeze

Ideal for - exhaust systems, radiators, cylinder blocks, cylinder heads, brake drums and shock absorbers

Available in Matt Black and Bike Pot Black (satin finish)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Ensure that the surface to be sprayed is clean, dry and free from rust, dirt, grease and loose or flaking paint.

Shake the can for 3 minutes after the agitator ball is heard, to ensure the paint is thoroughly mixed.

Hold the can 25-30 cm (10-12") from the prepared surface and test by spraying on a small area first.

Note: Use of a primer is neither necessary nor recommended.

Press the nozzle down firmly and spray in light, even strokes from side to side.

Several light coats will produce a better and more professional finish; heavy spraying will cause unsightly sags or runs.

Allow 5 minutes between coats.

After use, invert the can and spray for 1-2 seconds to clear valve.

1000°F HIGH HEAT PAINT

Temperature resistant to 1000 °F (540 °C)

Damage resistant

Quick drying

No primer needed

Ideal for - engine manifolds, vehicle radiators, boilers, domestic heating systems and barbecues

Available in black and bright silver

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Ensure that the surface to be sprayed is clean, dry and free from rust, dirt, grease and loose or flaking paint.

Shake can vigorously for 3 minutes after the agitator ball is heard, to ensure the paint is thoroughly mixed.

Hold the can 25-30 cm (10-12") from the prepared surface and test by spraying on a small area first.

Note: Use of a primer is neither necessary nor recommended.

Press the nozzle down firmly and spray in light, even stokes from side to side.

Several light coats will produce a better and more professional finish; heavy spraying will cause unsightly sags or runs.

Allow 5 minutes between coats.

After use, invert the can and spray for 1-2 seconds to clear valve.

Allow the paint to dry naturally overnight. Full cure will be achieved when subject to heat during use.

Note: 1000°F HIGH HEAT PAINT should not be used on components likely to come into contact with petrol, diesel, solvents etc., or as a primer for other coatings.  

Answer 5

My main concern would be,why does the chimney wall get so hot?

All chimneys are lined to keep the heat in the flue.I suspect that the liner in your chimney is cracked or crumbling and requires some attention.

Next time you employ a sweep to clean it for you ask him to carry out a camera survey to check the condition of the liner.