Trueheat TH36 - Finishing the Fireplace with Combustible Materials

Step 10: Frame in the fireplace and chimney using the minimum clearances and dimensions shown in FIGS 3 and 4 The
irep ace and chimney must be enclosed in the living areas of the structure where accidental, unintentional contact with the
fireplace or its chimney is possible. The chimney does not have to be enclosed in unused or unfinished areas of the structure
such as the attic etc Always maintain a minimum 2 inch air space to combustibles from the chimney. Only brinq combustibles
in contact with the fireplace at points of zero clearance. See FIG. 2.
Step 11: Once the framing is completed add any optional equipment that may be desired such as outside air gas line
or electrical hook-up for the optional blower assembly. Refer to the specific section of the instructions for the option to be
installed.
Step 12: Cover the framing members with the desired material. Drywall and plywood are two commonly used If you are
finishing the face of the fireplace with combustible materials see FIG. 25. If you are finishing the face of the fireplace with
non-combustible materials see FIG. 26.
WARNING: COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MUST NEVER OVERLAP THE BLACK PAINTED PORTION OF THE FIREPLACE.
COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIAL TO THESE
EDGES OF FIREPLACE
COMBUSTIBLE
FACING MATERIAL
TOP EDGE
OF FIREPLACE
HEARTH EXTENSION
OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
FRAMING MEMBER
FIG. 25
FINISHING THE FIREPLACE WITH COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
The bottom edge along the front face of the fireplace formed by non-combustible facing materials must be filled and sealed
with a non-combustible material such as grout or mortar. Also, wall ties should be fastened with sheet metal screws to the
front face of the fireplace and secured in the mortar joints of the facing material. Never block or alter any cooling opening
on the fireplace. Cooling openings are any louvered opening or any hole on the front face of the fireplace.
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