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  1. R

    Hearth and Hearth Extension Question Regarding Construction Code and Clearances

    Hello, I am new here and my 1st post – I have plans to build a Masonry Fireplace – I am unsure if anyone in this forum can help but I will ask anyway — because, if there are professional masons here, they may be able to help answer my question. As I said, I will be building a masonry fireplace...
  2. jar546

    Residential Masonry Fireplace Question

    According to Section R1001.11 of the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), what is the minimum thickness of hearth extensions in front of the fireplace opening for fireplaces with a firebox opening larger than 6 square feet?
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    Thickness of masonry veneer

    The following articles are from Ontario building code Division B, part 9: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9.20.6.4. Masonry Veneer (1) Except for masonry veneer where each masonry unit is...
    • sunyaer
    • Thread
    • masonry masonry veneer structrual backing
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Canada
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    70 mm thick solid masonry units maximum projection?

    These are from Ontario building code: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9.20.8.5. Projection of Masonry Veneer Beyond Supporting Members (1) Masonry veneer of solid masonry units resting on a...
    • sunyaer
    • Thread
    • masonry masonry veneer projection solid masonry unit
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Canada
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    How can a steel lintel support "100 mm + 50 mm stone facing" in Table 9.20.5.2.A.

    This are two tables from Ontario building code part 9: https://www.dropbox.com/s/rw9vqk7js6y0o1k/Table%209.20.5.2.A.%20%26%20Table%209.20.5.2.B.pdf?dl=0 In column 3, there is the following text: "For Stone 100 mm + 50 mm stone facing" My question: Does "100 mm + 50 mm stone facing" mean...
    • sunyaer
    • Thread
    • lintel masonry opening stone facing
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Canada
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