This time of year a guy can get 12x12 pavers for 6 or 7 bucks a piece, will last longer than the cement board, especially if drying boots or outdoor gear by the stove. A bag or two of ready mix and grout and river rock lasts years as well. The mudboard works well for ensuring non combustable behind the stove if you dont have the desired space for stove or pipe.
I have a large slab of amethyst under one of my line camp stoves, I cut the slab from one of my claims. Took two men and a hairy azz boy to haul it in the shack, but it looks good and will last a lifetime.
|