Anna Kettle wrote:
On Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:31:42 +0100, The Natural Philosopher
wrote:


any wood or plasterwork close to or behind the stove
needs a masterboard type covering on it - essentially asbestos board
without asbestos.

Wood I can understand, but why does plaster need covering? Its not
flammable


It degrades when hot. And exposes the wood behind..if its over masonry,
I think its allowable. Check with BCO. Not sure here. My house is timber
so I may have been thinking too narrowly.