Vitcas Knowledge Areas

Forge and hearth construction

Guides on building blacksmith forges, hearths and other high-heat work zones with the right combination of fire bricks, refractory concrete and dependable jointing materials.

Refractory materials explained

Clear introductions to the Vitcas range: fire cement, castable refractory, heat resistant adhesives, boards and insulation products used across fireplaces, stoves and ovens.

Insulation and system design

Learn how to layer structural and insulating materials correctly to retain heat, improve safety and extend the service life of kilns, bread ovens, fireplaces and flue systems.

Repair, sealing and maintenance

Step-by-step articles covering crack repair, sealing stove doors, refreshing fireback surfaces and choosing heat-resistant products for long-term upkeep.

Latest from the Vitcas Blog

Silicone per alte temperature per sigillare giunti in forni per pizza, griglie e affumicatori

Posted on 2026-03-31 09:00

Quando si costruisce o si ripara un forno per pizza, un grill o un affumicatoio, è necessario organizzare collegamenti selezionati e luoghi in cui gli elementi si incontrano. È in un contesto del genere che il silicone per alte temperature può essere una categoria che vale la pena verificare nell'of...

Kit para altas temperaturas: ventajas y aplicaciones

Kit para altas temperaturas: ventajas y aplicaciones

Posted on 2026-02-12 16:00

En los hogares donde se utiliza una chimenea, un horno para pan, pizza, barbacoa o estufa de azulejos, no solo es importante el efecto calorífico, sino también la seguridad. Incluso las grietas o fisuras más pequeñas en la estructura pueden suponer un problema. En estos casos, resulta útil el kit p...

Kit haute température - avantages et applications

Kit haute température - avantages et applications

Posted on 2026-02-12 16:00

Dans les maisons équipées d'une cheminée, d'un four à pain, d'un four à pizza, d'un barbecue ou d'un poêle en faïence, ce n'est pas seulement le pouvoir calorifique qui compte, mais aussi la sécurité. Même les plus petites fissures ou fentes dans la structure peuvent poser problème. Le mastic haute...