Some zero clearance fireplace products have labels and or instructions listing 1 2 or more clearance to certain parts.
Fireplace framing clearance.
Clearance distance from gas vent termination cap to any mechanical air supply inlet.
Once you ve decided on the type of fireplace you want you ll need to consider the required specifications.
48 travis 2016 clearance to the side of any non mechanical supply air inlet.
Maintain the minimum clearances shown in figure 6.
Most local building codes and the icc want 2 inches of clearance between a wood frame exterior or interior wall and masonry.
36 travis 2016 clearance to each side of center line extended above the gas meter regulator assembly.
If you can provide greater clearances from floor.
Depth wood mantel can be placed against any wall of your home where you have gas hookups or as a decorative fireplace.
Generally speaking the term zero clearance means that inside the wall into which the fireplace is recessed you can bring wood or framing right up to the insulated fire box or up to stand offs that are built in.
Masonry fireplaces all combustible mantels and similar trim shall be kept at least 6 inches from fireplace openings.
Secure the fireplace box to the framework by bending the framing tabs on the outside edge of the fireplace to a 90 degree angle.
W and 40 6 in.
Run the dimensional lumber vertically against the fireplace and attach the framework to the base with nails.
New chimneys should be lined with clay tile or steel.
Tall mantel is a perfect blend of modern design and classic styles.
In addition if the side panels of your mantel project more than 1 1 2 inches from the fireplace facing you will need additional clearance equal to this projection.
Place screws through the tab holes and secure them into the horizontal framework.
Actual framing height 3 3 4 1 4 front width 19 3 4 17 1 depth 8 7 8 8 7 8 bottom 0 0 1.
Frame in rough opening.
All combustible mantel surrounds and shelves must be kept at least 12 inches from the opening of your fireplace top and sides.