John Dirks Jr Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 The home has a factory built wood burning fireplace. The hearth extension dimensions are big enough but due to the fact that hardwood floors were added after the original construction, the hearth extension is now recessed. This is the first time I have seen this. There is a small gap at the transition between hearth and wood flooring. My thinking is that an ember could hit the edge and fall into the crack and thereby increase the likelihood of starting a fire. Are there any rules/regulations which can support me writing this up? Click to Enlarge 39.77 KB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hearthman Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 Unless the mfr. has something in the listed instructions there is nothing requiring the gap to be caulked. It is a practical concern that I would call out. Of greater concern though is the apparent lack of the requisite hearth extension insulation board under that slab. This board is usually 1/2" thick plus the thickness of the slab, which usually puts the slab flush or higher than a 3/4" wood floor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Dirks Jr Posted August 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 Good point, thanks Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Amaral Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 Ditto with hearthman... the 'area is clad with non-combustible material' and that requirement is met... You have to cut bait somewhere.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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