Installation, Facing requirements – Avalon Firestyles Hideaway User Manual
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Installation
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Facing Requirements
NOTE: The combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than 3/4" from the facing. If it
does, it is considered a mantel and must meet the mantel requirements listed in this manual.
Facing Under 1” Thick
The facing (combustible
or non-combustible)
must maintain a 1/2”
clearance to the sides
and top of the fireplace.
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.
4-3/4”
30-1/4”
(approx.)
3-3/8”
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”)
Facing Over 1” Thick
•
Facing that protrudes in front of the face above the face (or within 1/2” of each side) must be made of
non-combustible materials.
•
N O T E
A 3/8" gap above the face is required for face installation and removal.