firebricks...

Quasar

Autumn is upon us and soon it will be winter. Today in Sainsbury I saw the first mince pies with Xmas designs on the box... already!!!:eek:

Anyway. I am determined to keep warm in my little old flat, and I want to get a couple of firebricks. The idea being that I am going to have a firebrick over a small gas ring to warm it up, then it will slowly release its warmth, a bit like a storage heater. This will help to take off the chill in the room where I keep my three budgies.

Question is: Can I buy the odd firebrick or two? And where are these things to be found? Surely not on the net!

Thanks for any info.

Q

paul_h

Our local Wilkinsons sells firebricks, rectangular ones and the tapered ones for the sides. Watch you don't burn the house down...

What about a small paraffin or calor gas heater?

The way the gas prices are going, you might be better of with a small electric heater - heating a firebrick for use in another room can't be very efficient...

Quasar

Thanks paul_h.

The firebrick is to be put just under the birdcage and then only to take off the chill, not to heat the room as such. I want to have it "on" when I am out and about and I do not want to leave a gas heater on.

I do not have central heating, nor do I want it. I have efficient gas and electric heaters but then I am a person who does not like excessive heating and if my flat is at 16 centigrades in the winter, I am fine. I turn the heat up when I have guests of course!

I find that a lower temperature and a good jumper are a healthier alternative for me, as I feel more comfortable and efficient. Cheaper, too, although I would not compromise on heat if I needed to stay warmer.