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Home The Art of Building a Structural Masonry Fireplace
Bryan gets a guided tour of an elegant home, focusing on its structural masonry fireplace in the primary bedroom. Michael explains the double-flue design, firebox details, and the integration of fire code requirements for safety. Learn about the precision involved in creating a self-supporting fireplace with steel lintels, limestone finishes, and thoughtful framing for recessed elements like TVs. Michael also shares practical insights into balancing craftsmanship with cost efficiency and the importance of strategic planning for future insulation and air barriers. For those who love detailed building science, stick around for a plug on tools like UpCodes for navigating building codes with ease.

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