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Non-combustible
Finishing Materials
Figure 11.5 Raised Platform Hearth Extension-Finishing Materi-
als
Non-combustible Sealant
After completing the framing and applying the facing mate-
rials over the framing, a bead of non-combustible sealant
must be used to close off any gaps at the top and sides
between the fireplace hearth.
Non-combustible Sealant
Figure 11.6 Place Non-combustible Sealant
D. Finishing Material
Refer to Sections 11.A. and Sections 11.B. for combus-
tible/non-combustible materials. Refer to Figure 11.7 for
non-combustible zone.
WARNING! Risk of Fire!
•
Use only non-combustible framing material below
standoffs.
•
Sheetrock, wood or other combustibles must NOT be
used as sheathing or facing in the non-combustible
zone.
•
DO NOT cover metal fireplace front with combustible
materials.
•
Install combustible materials only to specified clearances
on top front and side edges.
Outdoor Lifestyles by Hearth & Home Technologies • ODVILLA Wood Owners/Install • 4072-345 Rev A • 08/22
You must maintain clearances.
•
Complete framing and apply drywall over framing.
• A bead of 300° F minimum non-combustible sealant
must be used to close off any gaps at the top and sides
between the fireplace and drywall/non-combustible
material to prevent cold air leaks.
•
Large gaps can be bridged with fiberglass rope
gasket.
•
Only non-combustible materials may be used to cover
the metal fireplace front. See Figure 11.8.
These metal surfaces
will be covered
with non-combustible
material.
Figure 11.7 Non-combustible Facing
CAUTION:This fireplace requires the front of the
appliance to be covered with a noncombustible material
(e.g. stone, marble, tile, etc.). A maximum of 1 in. of exposed
metal on all sides is permitted.
Figure 11.8 Non-combustible Material
300° silicone
sealant around
edge of fireplace
and drywall.
1 in. Maximum
( All sides)
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