Wood Stove Hearth Installation in Tigard, Oregon
- Client
- Residential
- Location
- Tigard, Oregon
- Project Focus
- Raised tile hearth pad with noncombustible wall shield
- Service Type
- Wood Stove Hearth Installation
Setting the Scene
In Tigard’s Southview–Walnut Street area, the homeowner wanted to install a freestanding wood stove in a previously carpeted corner of the living room. Because wood stoves require a stable, noncombustible base and a protected wall surface, the corner needed structural preparation and fire-safe surfacing before the stove could be installed.
The goal was a clean, functional heating zone that blended with the existing room layout while meeting safety guidelines.
The Work
All Building Construction began by building a raised platform to establish a level, supportive sub-base above the existing carpet. A plywood top created the foundation for a fully noncombustible system, followed by the installation of cement board across both the hearth surface and the wall behind the stove.
Square ceramic or porcelain tiles were then measured, cut, spaced, and set to create a durable hearth pad and a matching vertical wall shield. Tile spacing, grout lines, and edge alignment were coordinated to achieve a balanced, uniform appearance.
Once the tile installation cured, the new wood stove was placed on the raised platform, and the flue pipe was connected to align cleanly with the home’s vent path. This ensured safe exhaust flow while keeping the installation visually tidy.
The finished hearth and wall shield provide a safe, easy-to-maintain heating zone that fits naturally into the living area—built to typical Oregon requirements for clearances, heat resistance, and noncombustible surfacing.