Tentative Dates: October 6th-11th, 2025 (subject to change)

If you are interested in attending the Advanced Fireplace course taught by Chris Prior and Tim Smith in Richmond, Indiana -- please fill in the survey below.

By filling out this survey, you're expressing interest in the course. This is not an official registration, and no payment is required at this time. Once details are finalized and registration opens, CSIA will contact you first to officially register you for the course.

For more information on our classes, visit our Education & Training webpage.
CSIA CEUs Awarded: 7-T, 2.5-C&S, 2.5-H&S, 4-B (16 CEUs Total)

Prerequisites: Past attendance of the 5-Day Masonry Class or previous masonry experience is required.

The week begins with repairing existing fireboxes and smoke chambers. However, the bulk of the class will be building a firebox and smoke chamber, layout and building a brick face with an arched opening, and a hearth extension. Participants will build the firebrick PriorFire. This is a very intensive advanced class that will help you take your skills to a higher level.

Topics covered include:
  • Brief fireplace history
  • Code requirements
  • Firebox design
  • Laying out the firebox
  • Smoke chamber construction
  • Building a brick face with an arched opening
  • Joint finishing
  • Best practice construction techniques
  • Tools of the trade and their use
Required Materials: Long Pants and Closed-Toe Shoes

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