Finally have to finish off the fireplace. Existing brick veneer will stay & I’ll build raised panel surround & mantel. Can’t remember the code for clearances. I’m thinking 4″ sides & 12″ top to combustibles + 1/8″ per 1″ of clearance above box for projection. Am I on target?
Any suggestions on a design. Looking for ideas.
Thanks
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what do the manufacturer install instructions say?
Or
What model is it - if you don't have the manual anymore, you can find it online as a PDF.
code would say 36" except where Manuf testing shows diff.
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Just realized I was not real clear originally, this is an existing masonry wood burning fireplace
I am more confused now. You did say brick veneer....Supposing that this is a solid masonry real fireplace and chimney, and you are thinking the mantle surrond facade over and flanking the brick front exposure...I have to look it up. I think it changed twice in my life already so ....
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Yes,solid masonry W/ brick veneer & a new wood surround & mantle leaving some brick showing. Looking for latest code for clearances to wood legs & breast plate from firebox opening
my book says 6" for legs, and what you said for breast/mantle projection is like you said.http://www.tvwsolar.com
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my memory was that the latest is 6"sides and 8" above, but 12" to mantle projection varying according to depth of mantle.Still looking for official confirmation
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OK, here is from National Fire protection asso.http://www.fireplacesnow.com/mantel.htmlBut it doesn't fit my momories exactly. you might need to check what local code standard you go by.Here is from IRC 06 but it says nothing I could find on this particular Q
http://www.rumford.com/code/IRC06.htmlAnd then this mantle maker site gives out the same as I recall
http://www.themantelmaker.com/pages/measuring.htm
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