6 Framing & Clearances
A. Select Fireplace Location
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B Across a
C corner
D
G
As a room divider
B
A
In an exterior chase or projecting into a garage
G
H
Note: 3/4 in. (19 mm) min. air space from fireplace to combustible materials. 1/2 in. (13 mm) allowed at nailing flanges.
Note: In addition to these framing dimensions, also reference the following sections:
•Clearances (Section 6.B.)
•Mantel Projections (Sections 11.E. & 11.F.)
•Fireplace Dimensions (Section 13.A.)
A B
48 in.
(1219 mm)
minimum
H
Along a wall | H |
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G
5/8 in. (16 mm) all configurations
Note: Measurements are FRAMING dimensions only and do not include drywall either in the cavity or on the interior walls.
Model # | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | ||
in. | 51 | 43 | 74 7/8 | 35 3/4 | 15 3/4 | 53 | 23 | 12 in. (305 mm) | ||
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mm | 1295 | 1092 | 1902 | 908 | 400 | 1346 | 584 | |||
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| in. | 57 | 49 | 77 1/2 | 38 7/8 | 18 | 54 7/8 | 23 | ||
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mm | 1448 | 1245 | 1969 | 987 | 457 | 1394 | 584 |
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Figure 6.1 Fireplace Locations (Framing dimensions shown)
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