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3.6.1. Fireplace Openings
OW
OH
OD
HW
HD
50mm
HF
Figure 42
Fireplace Openings
OH
565mm
OW
510 - 570mm
OD
280mm (min)
HW
Must project a minimum of
150mm either side of any naked
flame or incandescent material
HD
Must project a minimum of
300mm in front of any naked
flame or incandescent material
HF
Minimum of 75mm above hearth
level.
Table 2
Hearth
25mm
min
Figure 43 - Catchment Space
Hearth Construction:
The hearth material must be non-combustible and a
minimum of 12mm thick, when laid on the floor. Either a 50mm upstand above
the finished floor level must be created or a fixed fender must be used.
