Non-combustible Sealant

After completing the framing and applying the facing mate- rials over the framing, a bead of non-combustible sealant must be used to close off any gaps at the top and sides between the fireplace and hearth.

Non-combustible Sealant

Figure 12.6 Place Non-combustible Sealant

Flush Hearth Extension Framing

Fireplace must be recessed 3 3/4 in. (95.3 mm) below the finished floor.

Refer to Figures 12.7 and 12.8.

Note: The bottom of the fireplace opening is 3-3/4 in. (95.3mm) above the bottom of the fireplace. Finished hearth must NOT extend above this level.

Finished

Floor30 in. Min.

Hearth Extension

Bottom of

Fireplace Opening

1 in. (25.4 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Micore and

Noncombustible Finishing Material

Protective Metal

1/2 in. (13 mm)

 

 

 

 

Hearth Strip

Durock

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 12.8 Flush Hearth Extension Side View

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