B. Mantel and Wall Projections
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances to combustibles as specified. Framing closer than the minimums listed must be constructed entirely of noncom- bustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.) Failure to comply could cause fire.
Note: For
Combustible Mantels
1/2 in. Thick Wall
Sheathing 12 in. MAX.
14 in. MEASUREMENT FROM TOP OF MIN. FIREPLACE OPENING
Figure 13.8 Clearances To Combustibles Mantels Or Other Combustibles Above Appliance
Non-combustible Mantels
1/2 in. Thick Wall
Sheathing 12 in. MAX.
14 in. MEASUREMENT MIN. FROM TOP OF FIREPLACE
OPENING
Figure 13.9 Clearances To Non-Combustible Mantels Or Other
Non-Combustibles Above Appliance
Combustible Mantel Legs Or Wall Projections Extending Past The Face Of The Fireplace
2 IN.
MINIMUM 3 FT. MAXIMUM
6 IN.
MINIMUM
Figure 13.10 Combustible Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (Acceptable on both sides of opening)
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