34 installation, Facing detail – drywall facing, For qualified installers only) – Avalon Firestyles Bed & Breakfast Installation User Manual
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34 Installation
(for qualified installers only)
Travis Industries
4140312
100-01305
Facing Detail – Drywall Facing
Any material that protrudes
more than 3/4” in front of the
facing is considered a mantel
and must meet the mantel
requirements in this manual.
4-7/8”
30-1/2”
(approx.)
3-1/4”
NOTE: The facing tucks
behind the flanges.
NOTE The facing tucks under the notch at the front
of the fireplace (3/8” above the base of the fireplace).
a
b
c
Recommended Order of Installation We
recommend installing the facing (drywall, tile)
under the notch at the front of the fireplace
(“a”) - then install the sides and top (“b” and
“c”)
The wall trim comes off,
allowing the installer to cover
the drywall edge below the
front edge of the fireplace.
3/8”
Top View - Drywall Facing
White Tape Gasket
(attached to fireplace)
Face
Drywall, paneling, or other
facing (combustible or non-
combustible).
Fireplace
Nailing Bracket
Fireplace
NOTE: The facing should tuck
behind the wall trim, thus
concealing the top of the facing
and the base of the fireplace.
Facing (drywall, paneling, or other
material - combustible or non-
combustible).
NOTE: The fireplace is shifted back
on the shelf to accommodate the
facing thickness.
Side View - Drywall Facing