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.
IS DEFINED BY 3” ABOVE THE
ELBOW FOR THE ENTIRE
WIDTH AND DEPTH (BEHIND THE FRONT HEADER) OF THE FIREBOX.
WALL STUD
3 1/2”
3” |
WARNING:
To ensure proper clearances the front framing header must be installed on its narrow edge and to the front of the frame.
B
A
C
Framing should be | VENT |
FRAMING | |
constructed of 2 X 4 | HOLE |
lumber or heavier. |
|
The framing headers may rest on the fireplace
*The center of the framing hole is one (1) inch (25.4mm) above the center of the horizontal vent pipe.
Model | A | B | C | D | E * |
42” | 38 1/4” | 16 1/4” | 41” | 27 7/8” | |
37” | 33” | 16 1/4” | 36 1/2” | 24 3/8” |
E D
u Figure 5. Framing Dimensions
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