VRB46 -Facing Requirements- ALL UNITS- Chase Not Vented or Vented Chase-
NOTE: ANY MATERIALS COVERING THE FACE OF THE
FIREPLACE BESIDE AND ABOVE THE FIREPLACE
OPENING MUST BE NON-COMBUSTIBLE (i.e. brick,
stone, tile, concrete board). FIREPLACE WITH SCREEN
ONLY (AS SHIPPED) SHOWN HERE.
Notice:
Granite, tile, or other facing materials are not
covered by the fireplace warranty. Natural stone, tile,
and other facing materials may crack or discolor (i.e.
yellowing of lighter colored materials).
NOTE: these issues can be avoided if the Chase is
Vented.
Televisions are not covered by fireplace warranty.
Notice: DurockR Brand Cement Board:
The
manufacturer recommends
CGC SheetrockR Brand
DurabondR 90 Setting- Type Drywall Compound
rather
than a ready-mix product for finishing.
When finishing the wall around the fireplace, it is critical
that the wall covering be fastened properly. It is acceptable
to pre-drill holes and use self-tapping screws which may be
used to fasten a backer for tile, marble, etc. Screws being
installed through non-combustible board should be self-
tapping type with a maximum length of 2 inches.
Do not drill or install longer screws (over 2”) as this
may damage internal components.
We recommend that CONCRETE BOARD (non-
combustible material) be tied in to the entire perimeter of the
fireplace for durability.
Finishing Recommendations
(Obtained from professional
construction contractors and finishers):
Frame unit with metal studs (minimum 20 gauge).
Wooden
studs may be used, but may cause drywall screws to
pop or pull due to wood studs drying out.
Minimum of 1/2” CONCRETE BOARD cement board (this
non-combustible
panel is ULC listed as a wall shield/floor
protector) and fasten to the entire perimeter framing.
Use fiberglass (mesh) tape for all joints in area of the
fireplace.
Use Yellow joint mud (contains high amounts of glue) –
two coats, finishing with one coat of green topping mud,
sand and prep for painting.
If not using a surround, a metal “L” Trim may be used to
finish perimeter of CONCRETE BOARD.
OTHER NOTES:
-
A full single shee
t of non-combustible board (no joints)
above the unit is recommended if possible.
-It is preferred to attach the non-combustible board to
framing only
and not directly to the unit to allow for
expansion and contraction during normal operation.
-Lighter colored painted surfaces may discolor due to heat
exposure.
Non-Combustible Material
Screwed to Framing
REQUIRED:
NON COMBUSTIBLE OVER
UPPER FACE OF APPLIANCE
(46-1/16” x 28-3/4”)
SUGGESTED:
NON COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL SCREWED TO FRAMING
(48” x 37-3/4”)
Non-Combustible Material
This area can have a combustible
surface (i.e. drywall, hearth)
This area can have a combustible
surface (i.e. drywall, hearth)
Do not drill or install longer screws (over 2”)
as this may damage internal components
.
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