How far out should a hearth come?

How far out should a hearth come?

So how far should a fireplace hearth come out? InterNACHI recommends that for fireplaces that have an opening of 6 square feet (0.56 square meters) or smaller, a hearth should extend at least 16 inches (406mm) out into the room from the opening, and by at least 8 inches (203mm) away from the sides.

How deep should a fireplace hearth be?

The U.S. hearth depth dimensions are 16″ or 20″ as we explain in more detail here. Please note that the hearth extension to front of a fireplace, given as 16″ or 20″ is a minimum dimension not a maximum. More is safer.

What is a standard firebox size?

What is this? An opening that’s between 24-36 inches wide, 24-29 inches high, and 16 inches deep. On average, the distance between the hearth and the damper is about 37 inches. The fireplace’s rear firebox is generally between 11-19 inches wide, with a height of 14 inches.

How wide is a 42 inch fireplace?

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Can hearth be flush with floor?

A flush hearth is level with the floor. Most fireplaces have flush hearths. A flush hearth uses fewer materials than a raised hearth and is less expensive to build than a raised hearth. It also saves you more space.

How narrow can a fireplace be?

The good news is that you can also find small fireplaces and surrounds in compact designs that are as narrow as 40 inches in width – this could shave almost 2 foot in space required for your fireplace!

How thick should a granite hearth be?

2 inches thick
Thickness: Granite hearths are typically 1 1/2 or 2 inches thick; can be as thin as 1/2 inch but we recommend 3/4 inch or thicker if possible. Some client projects have incorporated bluestone hearths as thick as 6 inches. Maximum length and width: Some granites can be as large as around 10 feet by 5 feet.

Should a hearth be raised?

It also helps keep passers by a safe distance away from the scaldingly hot stove exterior and prevents people accidentally placing combustibles too close to the stove. For this reason, regulations also state your hearth should be ‘visually apparent’, with the edge ideally raised above the level of the floor.

How wide is a typical hearth?

The standard fireplace opening averages between 24 – 36 inches wide, 24 – 29 inches high, and about 16 inches deep. The distance from the hearth to the fireplace damper should be about 37 inches.

Is there a minimum depth for a hearth?

At least 150mm (6”) of hearth either side of the stove. At least 300mm (12”) of hearth in front of the stove. If the floor is combustible then the hearth must be at least 250mm* (10”) deep OR this can be reduced to 125mm (5”) deep if you have an air space or air gap of 50mm underneath.

How thick is a hearth?

A standard hearth has a required thickness in order to support fireplace grates and the hearth’s own weight. The minimum thickness of a standard hearth’s flooring within the fireplace is 4 inches. The hearth pad requires a thickness of at least 2 inches.

What is the narrowest fireplace?

Heat & Glo®, the leader in fireplace design and innovative technology, is proud to offer REVO™ Series direct vent gas fireplaces. They are among the thinnest fireplaces ever made with 7-inch deep profiles, making it possible to install or hang them just about anywhere.

How much space do you need around a fireplace?

The National Fire Code requires all combustible material to be at least 6 inches from the opening of the firebox.

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What does zero clearance fireplace mean?

Zero clearance means the fireplace has its own insulation and it needs zero inches of clearance (distance) from combustible materials in the home.

Where can I find information on fireplace hearth sizes?

Information on the preferred dimensions for a fireplace hearth can be found on the International Association of Certified Home Inspector’s (InterNACHI) website for the International Standards of Practice for Inspecting Commercial Properties. In the UK, you can find details on required hearth sizes within Part J of The Building Regulations.

What is a hearth made of?

The hearth is made from a non-combustible material and typically extends out into the room and to the sides from the fireplace opening. ‘The floor of a fireplace, usually of stone, brick, etc., often extending a short distance into a room.’

How far should a hearth extend from the floor?

InterNACHI recommends that for fireplaces that have an opening of 6 square feet (0.56 square meters) or smaller, a hearth should extend at least 16 inches (406mm) out into the room from the opening, and by at least 8 inches (203mm) away from the sides.

What is a hearth used for in a fireplace?

A hearth can also be used to store fireplace accessories and tools, and as an area to store logs or coal for use in a fire. A hearth helps to create a ‘safe space’ around a fire, in a way that delineates where the fireplace starts where the floor of the room ends, meaning that it helps to prevent you from standing or sitting too near to the fire.