mantel clearances

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    tiny wood burning insert or stove advice needed for a rookie

    Hi all, digging into this world for the first time and learning a lot. Also realizing I have so much more to learn. And having some trouble finding a product that would work for my quirky, old, small fireplace. Our home is heated via mini splits, so we'd like to get something operational in our...
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    Metal Mantel Clearance

    Hello ! I have designed a metal mantel made of hot rolled steel that projects 4" in depth from the opening of the firebox. My fireplace specs are not clear if this is acceptable or if the depth needs to be reduced. This is for a Heat & Glo - 8000CMOD-IFT Any information is greatly appreciated !
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    How strict was your installer about hearth requirements/offsets?

    Every stove comes with a set of measurements for distances from the unit to combustible materials. Obviously these are specified for a reason. I'm new to stoves — just wondering how everyone has handled their install. Would a professional refuse to install a unit that didn't have the exact...
  4. gardnert

    Insulation and draft concerns

    Just had my liner and stove installed this week; stainless steel 6", 1/2" insulation wrapped. Here is a picture of the installation. (not included in image is the stove board that sits in front of it)(EDIT: box for said stove board is actually in the picture, keeping a cat locked in the back...
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    Mantel replacement

    I have a wood mantel that is too close to the wood stove (even with a shield.) So I would like to remove it and put up some stone or brick. I can't seem to find out how to do this and still get the area above the stove and above the brick face to be protected to the point that it is no longer...
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