Figure 31.—This 36-inch-wide fireplace does not seem too large for the small room, but its size would have been accentuated by the use of a mantel.
The ordinary fireplace is constructed generally as shown in [figure 34]. It is essential (1) that the flue have the proper area, (2) that the throat be correctly constructed and have suitable damper, (3) that the chimney be high enough for a good draft, (4) that the shape of the fireplace be such as to direct a maximum amount of radiated heat into the room, and (5) that a properly constructed smoke chamber be provided.
Figure 32.—An adobe fireplace of the Mexican-Indian type commonly built in the Southwestern States, especially when the house walls are of adobe. The logs are stood up, leaning against the back of the grate, in order to secure a high-licking flame.
[Table 3] gives recommended dimensions for fireplaces of various widths and heights.