Step 2. Framing the Fireplace
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommo- date wall coverings and fireplace facing material. The dia- gram below shows framing reference dimensions.
CAUTION: MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING DETAILS BEFORE FRAMING.
Shows center of 12” x 12” vent framing holes for top and rear venting. The center of the hole is one (1) inch (25.4mm) above the center of the horizontal vent pipe.
A. | ............... | 42” |
B. | ......... 38 | 1/2” |
C. | ............... | 22” |
D. | ............... | 42” |
E. | ......... 25 | 5/8” |
Framing should be constructed of 2 X 4 lumber or heavier.
B
C
E D
A
1/2” CLEARANCE FROM BACK OF FIREPLACE TO COMBUSTIBLE
1/2” CLEARANCE FROM BOTH SIDES OF FIREPLACE TO COMBUSTIBLE
FRAMING
MEMBER
0” CLEARANCE | 0” CLEARANCE TO |
FRAMING MEMBER |
Figure 3. Framing Dimensions
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