Step 9. Finishing
Figures 39 and 40 show the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of fireplace mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the fireplace. See Figures 4 and 5 for other fireplace clearances. Only
WARNING: WHEN FINISHING THE FIREPLACE, NEVER ! OBSTRUCT OR MODIFY THE AIR INLET/OUTLET GRILLES
IN ANY MANNER.
CAUTION: IF JOINTS BETWEEN THE FIN- ISHED WALLS AND THE FIREPLACE SUR- ROUND (TOP AND SIDES) ARE SEALED, A 300° F. MINIMUM SEALANT MATERIAL MUST BE USED. THESE JOINTS ARE NOT REQUIRED TO BE SEALED. ONLY NON- COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL (USING 300° F.
MINIMUM ADHESIVE, IF NEEDED) CAN BE APPLIED AS FACING TO THE FIREPLACE SURROUND. SEE THE DIAGRAM BELOW.
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| MANTEL | 12” |
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| 6” | 7” |
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Figure 39. | Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal |
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Dimensions of Combustibles above Fireplace |
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| MANTEL | 12” |
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