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Building construction and superintendence (1909)

Kidder, Frank E. (Frank Eugene), 1859-1905 · New York, Comstock · leaf 416

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. After this work is completedthe tile facing is set, and when the mortar has dried out, the mantel,if of wood, is set against it. Glazed tiles are usually employed forthe hearth and facings, and they should always be set in rich Port-land cement mortar. The sides of the linings forming the… … ^mZicL Tiie FacingChimney Plastered. TiLfi ^-Mantel Chimneu Furred Fig. 235.—Sections Through Fireplace, Linings, Furrings, Mantel, etc. Hhroat, and its proportions determine in a great measure whetherthe draught will be good or bad. A damper should always be provided for closing the throat.…

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