American Panel Hearth Pad Features
- Five Finishes, Two Sizes: Asian Slate, Volcanic Sand, Desert Storm, Night Shadows and Carmel Tile, in 40x40 and 48x48, with single or double cut corners depending on how the stove sits in the room.
- Type 2 Listed Floor Protector: A listed floor protector, not a decorative mat. Wood stove manuals require rated floor protection over combustible flooring and this is built and listed for that job.
- Finished Trim Edge: Comes with a finished edge so it sits flat and clean with no raw lip to catch a boot or a broom, and no separate edging to buy.
- Corner and Full Square Options: Single cut corner suits a stove tucked into a room corner, double cut suits a wider corner placement, and full squares work for a stove set against a flat wall.
- Decorative Tile and Stone Finishes: Available in slate, sand, tile and stone looks so the pad reads as part of the room rather than a sheet of metal under the stove.
American Panel Hearth Pads Specifications
| Available Sizes | 40" x 40", 48" x 48" |
| Finishes | Asian Slate, Volcanic Sand, Desert Storm, Night Shadows, Carmel Tile |
| Corner Styles | Single cut corner, double cut |
| Material | Tile or laminate over mineral board core |
| Type | Type 2 floor protector |
| Application | Under freestanding wood or pellet stoves |
| Edge | Finished trim edge |
American Panel Hearth Pad Product Guide
Download the full manufacturer installation instructions before you begin. Installation must follow these instructions and your appliance manual to stay code compliant and keep the warranty valid.
American Panel Stove Boards FAQ
How big does the pad need to be?
Your stove manual governs. A common requirement is 16 inches in front of the loading door and 8 inches at the sides and rear, but it varies by appliance and by whether you are under US or Canadian rules.
Single cut or double cut corner?
Single cut has one corner removed, for a stove tucked into a room corner. Double cut has two, for a wider corner placement. If the stove sits against a flat wall, either works.
Will these meet my stove's R-value requirement?
These are Type 2 listed with an R-value of 2.24, well above the Type 2 minimum of 1.0. Check the figure your stove manual asks for, since requirements vary by appliance.
Do I need floor protection under my stove?
Almost certainly, if the floor is combustible. Wood stove manuals specify a listed floor protector with a minimum R-value and a required extension in front of the door and on each side. Check your stove's manual for the exact dimensions.
What does single cut corner and double cut mean?
It describes the shape. Single cut corner has one corner cut off, for setting a stove into a room corner. Double cut has two, for a wider corner install. Choose based on where the stove sits.
Will this meet my stove's R-value requirement?
American Panel boards are Type 2 listed floor protectors. Compare the board's rating against the minimum R-value or K-value in your stove's manual, since requirements vary by appliance.
Can I put this on carpet?
Check your stove manual. Many require the protector to sit on a solid, level surface rather than directly on carpet. Where it is permitted, a sheet of solid underlayment beneath the board is usually specified.