Precast Concrete Fireplace Surround with a Stepped Mantel

Straight precast legs and a rectangular header support the visual line of a stepped mantel cap. Compare three mantel/opening widths, the hollow component section and the 1200 mm overall height for a coordinated decorative fireplace surround.

Component material
Cement/mineral-aggregate precast with fine-textured pale finish
Mantel and opening width
1500 mm mantel · 1000 × 900 mm opening · 1200 mm overall height
Opening height and leg fronts
900 mm clear opening height; 150 mm leg front width
Mantel and opening width 1500 / 1000 mm

Hollow Precast Components and a Stepped Mantel Cap

Cement and Mineral-Aggregate Precast Body

The surround is made of precast cement and mineral-aggregate pieces with a pale, fine-textured finish, and the straight legs, header and cap each keep their own piece reference and joint position.

20 mm Nominal Hollow Shell

The legs and header use a 20 mm nominal hollow-shell section. Their reinforcing, fixing inserts and supporting connections are detailed against each component and the actual wall construction.

Stepped Rectangular Mantel

A 100 mm-high stepped cap projects over the header, with a 200 mm overall depth. The main 1500 mm cap overhangs the 1300 mm-wide body by 100 mm at each side.

Pale finely textured precast surround with straight legs, rectangular header, projecting stepped mantel, empty opening and a separate hollow-section sample.

Three Mantel Widths with Matching Openings

Three mantel/opening width pairs retaining the same 900 mm opening and 1200 mm overall heights.

1500 mm Mantel and 1000 mm Opening

The main configuration is 1500 mm wide at the cap, 1200 mm high overall and 200 mm deep at the mantel. Its clear decorative opening is 1000 W × 900 H mm.

1300 mm Mantel and 800 mm Opening

The compact configuration reduces the mantel width to 1300 mm and opening width to 800 mm. It retains the 900 mm opening height, 150 mm leg fronts and 1200 mm overall height.

1700 mm Mantel and 1200 mm Opening

The larger version widens the cap to 1700 mm around a 1200 mm opening. The header/cap heights and the 100 mm side overhang retain the same stepped profile.

Precast Surround Configuration Dimensions

Component materialCement/mineral-aggregate precast with fine-textured pale finish
Mantel and opening width1500 mm mantel · 1000 × 900 mm opening · 1200 mm overall height
Overall height and cap depth1200 mm high; 200 mm mantel depth
Opening height and leg fronts900 mm clear opening height; 150 mm leg front width
Header and cap heights200 mm header + 100 mm-high stepped mantel
Hollow section20 mm nominal shell; reinforcement and fixing inserts on component drawing
Main body geometry1300 mm body width; 100 mm mantel overhang at each side; 120 mm body depth
Supply unitMatched pair of legs, header and stepped cap with scheduled anchors and piece references
1500 mm main mantel, 1000 × 900 mm opening, 1200 mm total height and 20 mm nominal hollow shell with separate cap/body depths. Open product drawing ↗

Firebox Interface, Component Supports and Finished Levels

Coordinate the Actual Fireplace Assembly

The appliance reference sets its required clearances, lining, ventilation and any hearth construction. Surround opening, returns and finished edge positions are coordinated with those current fireplace requirements.

Schedule Each Component Support

The shop drawing identifies reinforcing and fixing details, wall backing, bearing points and the installation sequence. Component joints and anchor access follow the actual precast geometry.

Set the Floor and Wall Datums

The room section fixes the finished floor, surrounding wall face and mantel projection. Hearth, slips and any additional infill pieces receive their own dimensions and order lines.

Precast Fireplace Surround Supply Schedule

Mantel Width and Opening Reference

Quote 1300/800, 1500/1000 or 1700/1200 mm mantel/opening widths. Keep the 1200 mm overall height and 900 mm opening height with each room or fireplace reference.

Precast Pieces and Surface Finish

List the two legs, header and stepped cap with their shell sections, joints and finish sample. Reinforcing and fixing inserts stay on the individual component schedule.

Supporting Wall and Fireplace Interfaces

Itemize anchors, backing, bearing details and appliance coordination, with hearth and infill pieces, wall preparation and site installation assigned and counted piece by piece.

Piece Protection and Delivery Handling

Protect cap corners and component edges, and label the matched surround set. Actual piece weights, packing orientation, unloading access and destination follow the delivery schedule.

Precast Fireplace Surround Order Configuration

Geometry
Mantel/opening width, height, projection and fireplace reference
Precast work
Shells, piece joints, reinforcing/inserts and finish sample
Installation
Backing, bearing/anchors, hearth/infill and appliance interfaces
Delivery
Piece labels/weights, edge protection, unloading and destination

Precast Concrete Fireplace Surround Questions

Which components form the surround?

The set comprises two straight legs, a rectangular header and a stepped mantel cap. The cement/mineral-aggregate pieces retain individual joint, fixing and finish references.

Which mantel and opening widths can be chosen?

Choose 1300/800, 1500/1000 or 1700/1200 mm mantel/opening widths. All retain 1200 mm overall height and 900 mm clear decorative opening height.

How is the 1200 mm overall height divided?

The 900 mm-high opening sits below a 200 mm header and a 100 mm-high stepped mantel. Those three vertical dimensions total 1200 mm.

What is the hollow component section?

The selected precast shell is nominally 20 mm thick. Reinforcing, fixing inserts and wall-support details are specified for the actual component sizes and installation.

How is the surround matched to a fireplace?

The opening and wall detail use the actual appliance reference and its clearance, lining, ventilation and hearth requirements. Returns, support and any infill pieces are coordinated on the same fireplace drawing.

What information belongs in a surround quotation?

Send the mantel and opening width, appliance reference, room elevation and floor and wall sections, plus finish sample, fixing and support needs, hearth and infill pieces, installation, handling and destination.

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Pale finely textured precast surround with straight legs, rectangular header, projecting stepped mantel, empty opening and a separate hollow-section sample.
Precast Concrete Fireplace Surround with a Stepped Mantel1500 / 1000 mm
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