34 Installation
(for qualified installers only)
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Thick Facing Installation (stone, brick, or other non-combustible over 1" (25mm) thick)
If using a Fireplace Xtrordinair (FPX) arched face, see "Thick Facing with a Fireplace Xtrordinair Arched
Faces" on page 35.
Do not install masonry (or other
material) in front of the
fireplace. This area must remain
open to install the face.
FRONT VIEW
Masonry Line
Hearth Line
Drywall
Fireplace
Drywall
Framing
Nailing Bracket
Masonry
TOP VIEW - Protruding Masonry
Fireplace
Drywall
(or cement board, etc.)
Framing
NOTE: The nailing brackets are not used for this type
of installation - secure the fireplace to the floor with
the brackets along the base of the fireplace.
Masonry
TOP VIEW - Recessed Masonry
35-3/4"
908mm
1"
41"
1041mm
Floor-Mounted Fireplaces or Raised Hearths:
Build the hearth 1" (25mm) maximum above the
base of the fireplace. The fireplace may be
raised to accommodate thicker hearth materials.
Raised Fireplaces:
Masonry is installed 1" (25mm)
maximum above the base of the
fireplace.
Masonry Line
Masonry Line
