Hi all,
I'm looking for some guidance on determining clearance from the top of an insert. The insert is a PE Pacific D insert, and the manual stipulates 24 in of clearance to the mantel or 'top facing' from the top of the stove. I'm unable to find what top facing means in this context, though I do know that there will be painted wood or MDF trim at 20in from the stovetop. I've attached an image for reference ( the hearth and fireplace are tile over brick).
Does trim count as top facing? If so, does anyone know if adding a mantle shield under the trim would help reduce the clearance limits? I cannot find any WETT specific info on this. I've read somewhere about trim up to 1in but am not sure if this applies here
Many thanks!
m
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I'm looking for some guidance on determining clearance from the top of an insert. The insert is a PE Pacific D insert, and the manual stipulates 24 in of clearance to the mantel or 'top facing' from the top of the stove. I'm unable to find what top facing means in this context, though I do know that there will be painted wood or MDF trim at 20in from the stovetop. I've attached an image for reference ( the hearth and fireplace are tile over brick).
Does trim count as top facing? If so, does anyone know if adding a mantle shield under the trim would help reduce the clearance limits? I cannot find any WETT specific info on this. I've read somewhere about trim up to 1in but am not sure if this applies here
Many thanks!
m
