How to Measure Fireplace Doors

Rectangular, c/w Sleeve

• Measure to the bottom of steel lintel or marble, whichever is lowest

• Note if protruding bricks interfere with overlap of frame

• Note if fireplace floor is higher than hearth extension

• If inside fit required, specify sleeve flush with frame

Rectangular Mortar-In Frame on Field Stone

•          Determine largest rectangle as defined by innermost stones

• Chisel down stones that are dramatically different

                      so frame will sit more naturally into the opening

Arch, c/w Sleve

• Get a piece of cardboard that is larger than

          fireplace opening

• Cut hole in middle for arm

• Tape or hold cardboard so it doesn’t move

• Reach inside and trace profile

• Mark which is inside/outside

• To mail template, transfer profile to paper and fold

Arch Mortar-In Frame on Field Stone

• Follow arch c/w sleeve instructions

• Don’t try to cut the cardboard the shape of

             the stones; what we need to know is the actual

             shape of the required door frame

• Be sure to note if clearance from the stones to

             frame is included in template

• Mortar-in frame sits ¼_ inch in from outside

             of door frame

Rectangle or Arch, c/w Bricklayers Frame

• Width, Center and Side frame measurements required

Square to Arch, Bowed, Wide Material, Paneled Frame, Built-Out

• Photos help in describing/designing complex doors