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Figure 14 - Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs
Nailing Flanges
Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation
If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance
between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening.
If your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances, you must:
• raise the mantel to an acceptable height, OR
• remove the mantel.
Distances to
Underside of
Mantel
Underside of
Mantel Shelf
20"
24
1/2
"
27
1/2
"
30"
All minimum
distances are
in inches
Top of
Fireplace
Opening
2
1
/2
"
6"
8"
10"
Figure 15 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation
Mantel Shelf
Nails or Wood
Screws
8. Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in
nailing flange (see Figure 14).
9. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Connections, page 18.
10. Install brass trim after final finishing and/or painting of wall (see Figure 6,
page 10).
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