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Masonry Chimney Restoration – HeatShield Cerfractory Resurfacing

“HeatShield” by SaverSystems is a chimney repair / restoration system / product line that helps restore and seal damaged flue liners, fill cracks, gaps, or deteriorated mortar, and resurface the interior of chimneys.

Here are the key points about it:


What HeatShield Does

  • It restores the integrity of the chimney’s flue liner so that hazardous gases (smoke, CO, etc.) are safely vented instead of leaking into the building.
  • It addresses defects such as cracked clay tiles, spalled or eroded surfaces, gaps, holes, or failing mortar joints.
  • It offers two main methods:
      • Joint repair — filling individual voids or defective mortar joints
      • Resurfacing — applying a “liner coating” across the entire internal surface of the flue to re-seal it (“slip casting”)

Technology / Materials

  • The core material is a hybrid “Cerfractory” coating, which combines high-fired ceramic strength and refractory heat resistance.
  • When used with the CeCure Sleeve, the system is UL-1777 certified as a chimney liner (by Intertek)
  • The system exceeds the duty requirements of many building codes (IRC, NFPA) — it is rated as “Super-Duty” in testing.

How It Is Installed / Applied

  • For resurfacing, a custom foam plug is placed in the flue and is winched upward. A “tie coat” is applied first as a primer/cleaning layer, then the Cerfractory material is applied via slip­casting (pulled upward as the plug moves).
  • The entire interior surface is coated, so even small hidden cracks or porous spots are sealed.
  • After application, the repair is verified using camera inspection to ensure voids are sealed and there are no defects.

Benefits & Considerations

  • It’s typically less destructive (doesn’t require removing or tearing out masonry) compared to full liner replacement.
  • It can be used to repair or strengthen chimneys that are otherwise structurally sound, avoiding full rebuilds in some cases.
  • It is compatible with solid fuel, gas, oil, etc., when properly applied.
  • It must be done by a qualified installer, following proper procedure, thickness, inspection, etc.
  • Since the system contains refractory materials (including silica), it has safety & handling requirements (gloves, masks, following SDS).

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