E. Combustible Mantel

Refer to the shaded areas of Figure 12.11 for the location and dimensions of a combustible mantel.

A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 22 in. (508 mm) above the top of the fireplace opening.

A combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12 in. (305 mm).

Combustible trim and materials cannot be placed within 6 in. (152mm) of the fireplace opening (top or sides).

Combustible materials projecting more than 1 1/2 in. (38 mm) shall not be placed within 12 in. (305 mm) from the top of the fireplace opening.

Combustible trim must not cover the metal surfaces of the fireplace.

Combustible Wall

 

 

 

 

 

Combustible

 

 

 

7 ft (2134 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Decorative Facing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

minimum

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

base of fireplace

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to ceiling

2 x 4 stud wall

 

 

Grid represents

 

1 in. squares

 

Metal support to stablize wall and mantel

 

12 in./305 mm

Standoffs

Mantel

 

22 in./559 mm

 

minimum

 

12 in./305 mm

Non-combustible

minimum

 

Decorative Facing

 

such as:

 

Steel, iron, brick,

6 in./152 mm

tile, concrete, slate,

minimum

glass, plasters.

1 1/2 in./

 

38 mm

 

maximum

Seal joint with

Measured from top of fireplace opening

 

non-combustible

 

sealant

 

Figure 12.11 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace

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