Hi guys. As I have mentioned in other posts I am in the process of installing a Zero clearance wood stove in the house. I have built a chase inside my house 2 foot off the wall and 7 foot across the room. Going to the ceiling 22 foot in the air. I am getting ready to wrap the chase but, with what I do not know since I can not get a good solid answer from anyone in my area. I plan on putting up cultured stone around the fireplace to the ceiling.
My question to you is what should I wrap the chase with?
I have been told Durarock with the ruff side out. Then I was told half in plywood followed by Tyveck and expanded wire. Last I was told Durarock wrapped with expanded wire.
I just want the dang stone to stay and would like it to be as light as I can get it. If I could save a few bucks by not using Durarock and putting up plywood that would be nice since that stuff is 20 bucks a sheet here and a sheet is only 3x5. Wire is $22 a sheet and its only 2x8 in size.
If I put up Durarock what do I screw the wire too? I know we have fellas from all walks of life so I am calling on a stone layer / mason to give me some advice please. Thanks in advance as always Outer.
PS Advice on how to put up the stone would be great too as I have never done it.