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Step 2
Framing the
Fireplace
CAUTION
WALL
STUD
8.6cm
Figure 4. Framing Dimensions
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the
fireplace is set in place. Framing should be positioned
to accommodate wall coverings and fireplace facing
material. The diagram below shows framing
reference dimensions.
MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS, AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL
COVERING DETAILS, BEFORE FRAMING
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS.
*
D
*
E
Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.
7.6cm
NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE
IS DEFINED BY 7.6CM ABOVE
THE ELBOW FOR THE ENTIRE
WIDTH AND DEPTH (BEHIND
THE FRONT HEADER) OF
THE FIREBOX.
A
B
42"
38-1/2"
(106.7cm) (97.8cm)
The framing headers may rest
on the heater stand-offs.
B
*
A
*NOTE: Dimension B taken
from finished hearth frame.
Dimensions D and E taken
from bottom of unit.
C
D
22"
26-7/8"
(55.9cm)
(68.3cm)
(106.0cm)
C
E
41 3/4"
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