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Title: Restoring fireplace tiles
Post by Stephbris on Aug 15^th, 2011, 8:35am

Hello,
We bought our house in Jan and have just removed a gas fire and surround, uncovering a 1920s tile fireplace! The tiles are what I think of as 'London Underground' tiles and are mid/dark green. We love it but they are quite chipped in places and have a few drill holes. Does anyone know of the best way to fill chips and holes and just generally restore them?

Thank you!

Title: Re: Restoring fireplace tiles
Post by Joiner on Aug 15^th, 2011, 8:50am

It's always best to retain the original features of a house, and the fact that you actually like and want to keep the tiles is a plus.

But I wouldn't attempt to "fill chips and holes and just generally restore them", because all you'll end up with is a fireplace that looks as if it's had the chips and holes filled.

Replace the damaged tiles. Take a look here... http://www.cravendunnill-jackfield.co.uk/

The company is local to me and before I retired from my business in conservation joinery I used them a lot (and pointed people in their direction) and found them incredibly friendly and helpful. Drill out a damaged tile and send them a piece to compare and match. :)

Title: Re: Restoring fireplace tiles
Post by Stephbris on Aug 15^th, 2011, 8:56am

Thanks for the advice and recommendation! I'll give it a look.

Title: Re: Restoring fireplace tiles
Post by grandpaclark53 on Oct 3^rd, 2011, 7:43am

That's definitely good advice. You should take your time and do a good job. Especially if you are living in a more ritzy place and working with NYC contractors. After all, a lot of people will be looking at your fire place. It's often the centerpiece of room. Also, I hear looking into some "fire resistant tile adhesive" to get your tiles on might not be a bad idea. Good luck!

Title: Re: Restoring fireplace tiles
Post by thescruff on Oct 4^th, 2011, 11:57am

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