NATURAL LIMESTONE FIREPLACES - 2013 The living heart of any home
WHY FDC FIREPLACES ARE THE NATURAL CHOICE FDC natural limestone fireplaces are made exclusively in Portugal from specially selected stone. Every fireplace is hand-finished and undergoes a rigorous quality control procedure to ensure complete customer satisfaction. Due to the natural variations in the stone colouring and veining, every FDC natural limestone fireplace is unique! This brochure contains a range of exciting new fireplace designs and also some established favourites which our design team have recently refined. Our range may have changed, but our philosophy remains the same. We are committed to supply our product range only through a carefully selected network of approved retail showrooms that are knowledgeable of our product and can offer you, the customer, a complete and professional service. A fireplace is the living heart of any home and an FDC limestone fireplace will become the natural focal point of your home for many years to come. Natural Limestone Fireplaces THE ANCONA Page 1 THE BALMORAL Page 2 THE BECKFORD Page 3 THE BOSTON Page 4 THE BOURNE Page 5 THE CALGARY Page 6 THE CAMBRIDGE Page 7 THE CHAMBERLAYNE Page 8 THE COMPTON Page 9 THE CORTON Page 10 THE DORCHESTER Page 11 THE EXFORD Page 12 THE FLORENCE Page 13 THE HIGHCLERE Page 14 THE LANGFORD Page 15 THE MERE Page 16 THE OXFORD Page 17 THE PRINCETON Page 18 THE RIALTO Page 19 THE STONEHENGE Page 20 THE TRIPOLI Page 21 THE WINCANTON Page 22 THE WOODFORD 54 Page 23 THE WOODFORD 60 Page 24 Product Information FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS Page 25-27 APPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS Page 28 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Page 29
ANCONA The simple and timeless lines of the Ancona guarantee that it will blend happily with virtually any interior style. It is pictured here with an Enigma II Slimline coal-effect gas fire, with a polished Baltimore fret and brushed steel fire frame. 46 6 43 48 15 Veined limestone 1
BALMORAL The Balmoral is a regally styled fireplace which would grace any drawing room. It features a raised hearth with full Bullnose profile. In the picture shown here it has been fitted with an Enigma II decorative coal-effect gas fire, incorporating a brass finish fire frame and Blenheim fret. 52 8 44 52 15 2 Veined limestone
BECKFORD The angular, geometric styling of the Beckford make it ideally suited for both modern and traditional environs. It is pictured with an FDC 4 multi fuel stove in a Lavender cobbled brick chamber and optional stone back hearth. The limestone slips have been resized to form the inglenook opening. 48 7 41 48 16 Veined limestone 3
BOSTON The simple yet classic design and the use of textured limestone meld perfectly to give the Boston fireplace its special individual character. Shown here with an Enigma II Slimline coal-effect gas fire, polished Clevedon fret and brushed steel fire frame. 49 8 41 49 15 4 Textured limestone
BOURNE The Bourne attractively juxtaposes a nononsense angular fireplace with a gently curved hearth and mantel. Here its lines are perfectly complimented by an Enigma II pebble-effect gas fire with black Clevedon fret and matching frame. 47 6 40 52 15 Veined limestone 5
CALGARY The Calgary is an impressive and detailed fireplace with multiple edge profiles and mouldings. Available as a mantelpiece only or complete with hearth and back panel. It is shown here with contrasting slate hearth and slips. The FDC 5 stove and reeded fireboard chamber complete the picture. 54 8 46 54 15 6 Veined limestone
CAMBRIDGE The Cambridge features a double curved arch and rounded shelf and hearth which give it its own distinct personality. The picture shows it with an Enigma II gas fire with black fire frame and Clevedon fret. A 48 version is also available. 54 8 42 54 16 Veined limestone 7
CHAMBERLAYNE The Chamberlayne features a repeating, stepped waterfall profile which tastefully complements its bold Gothic lines. It is shown here with an Enigma II gas fire, polished steel trim and matching Bauhaus fret. 48 8 40 48 15 8 Veined limestone
COMPTON The Compton is a deceptively compact fireplace. At just 44 wide, it is the narrowest that we produce in the limestone range. However, its bold, angular design belies its size. The coal-effect Enigma II HE gas fire and brass finish Bauhaus fret add to its presence. 44 8 38 44 15 Veined limestone 9
CORTON The Corton is an impressive fireplace with some fine features. A Tudor style arch and chamfered hearth add to its air of quiet authority. Seen here with an Enigma II coal-effect gas fire, polished Baltimore fret and brushed steel fire frame. 50 6 42 50 16 10 Veined limestone
DORCHESTER The Dorchester is a handsome and exceptionally versatile fireplace. In the main picture it is shown with an FDC 5 multifuel stove in a reeded chamber. However, by fitting the infill slips supplied, its overall appearance changes and it can now accommodate an inset appliance. It is shown above with the FDC 5Ti inset stove. 54 7 43 54 16 Veined limestone 11
EXFORD The Exford features a sweeping curved arch and profiled hearth and mantel. An Enigma II pebble-effect gas fire, together with a contrasting black Clevedon fret and matching fire frame, completes a strikingly attractive ensemble. 48 7 43 48 16 12 Veined limestone
FLORENCE The traditional Victorian styling of the Florence will make a distinctive focal point in any living room. It is a versatile fireplace which will happily incorporate both inset and freestanding appliances. The main picture shows it with the FDC 5Wi woodburning stove and the inset above, features a freestanding FDC 5 in an inglenook opening. 54 8 45 54 16 Textured limestone 13
HIGHCLERE The Highclere is a contemporary styled fireplace with clean lines and a raised plinth. It incorporates concealed downlights, operated via a simple switch, which further enhance its appearance. The main picture shows it with the lights on and the inset image with the lights off. The featured fire is the very popular Enigma II with black Baltimore fret and matching frame. 48 6 44 52 15 14 Veined limestone
LANGFORD 60 The Langford is the largest model in our range and we think all will agree that it is a truly impressive fireplace. With a chamber opening of 30 it can easily accommodate the generous proportions of the FDC 8 freestanding stove. A smaller 54 version is also available. 60 8 48 60 16 Veined limestone 15
MERE At only 37 high, the Mere is an ideal fireplace for a room where space may be at a premium. Its attractive curved arch and hearth add to its intrinsic charm. Pictured here with brass finish frame and brass Bauhaus fret, housing a decorative coal-effect gas fire. 48 5 37 48 15 16 Veined limestone
OXFORD Studiously clean lines, Tudor style arch, bevelled detail and a chamfered hearth make the Oxford an ideal candidate for any living room. It is pictured here with an Enigma II coal effect gas fire, black Blenheim fret and matching fire frame. 54 8 42 54 16 Veined limestone 17
PRINCETON The elegant traditional lines of the Princeton will make a distinctive focal point in any room. It is shown here with a sectioned hearth and the FDC 5i woodburning stove. It is supplied with an extra limestone slip which can be used to create a raised fire opening as shown above. 54 7 43 54 16 18 Veined limestone
RIALTO The Rialto is a design delight. Its angular lines and square columns are complemented perfectly by subtly curved overhanging corbels. It looks equally attractive with an inset or freestanding stove. The main picture shows the FDC 5W in a natural riven slate chamber. The picture above features the FDC 5Ti inset stove. 54 10 44 54 16 Textured limestone 19
STONEHENGE The aptly named Stonehenge is a surprisingly modern looking fireplace in spite of its design origins. An additional, and unusual feature, is its double slip set, which lends it extra depth and character. In this instance it has been matched with an FDC 8 multifuel stove. 58 6 43 60 16 20 Veined limestone
TRIPOLI The Tripoli is outstandingly versatile as it offers a choice of three shaped lintels. The main picture shows the Arch (curved) but a Linear (straight) and Tudor (peaked) are also available. The generous bevelled profiles further enhance the style of this fireplace. It is shown here with the highly efficient Enigma II Slimline HE gas fire and black Bauhaus fret. 54 8 40 54 16 Veined limestone 21
WINCANTON The Wincanton has similar lines to the Beckford but features an overhanging head section. It is shown here with an optional black granite heat plate and sectioned hearth, making it suitable for use with solid fuel. 48 6 41 48 16 22 Veined limestone
WOODFORD 54 The Woodford 54 fireplace is a truly striking model. Made from 5 solid limestone and featuring a Tudor arch, inside carved relief, and chamfered hearth, this grand fireplace will suit all decors. Finer details such as the delicate outside leg bevel and hand finishing complete this timeless classic. 54 7 43 54 16 Veined limestone 23
WOODFORD 60 The Woodford 60 is one of the largest fireplaces in our natural limestone range. It will bring an air of quiet grandeur to any room that it graces. It looks superb with the FDC 8i woodburning stove and as statements go, the Woodford 60 is a pretty impressive one. 60 8 48 60 16 24 Veined limestone
ANCONA - Veined limestone Shelf: 1170 x 150 BALMORAL - Veined limestone Shelf: 1320 x 220 x 60 BECKFORD - Veined limestone Shelf: 1220 x 180 x 60 1220 x 380 x 60 FLUSH BOXED SQUARE 1320 x 380 x 80 B&L SQUARE WITH BULLNOSE 1220 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE Height (inc hearth): 1110 Height (inc hearth): 1130 Height (inc hearth): 1060 Mantel Opening: 780 wide x 840 high Mantel Opening: 870 wide x 830 high Mantel Opening: 760 wide x 760 high Across Legs: 1170 Leg Depth: 150 Across Legs: 1210 Leg Depth: 160 Across Legs: 1120 Leg Depth: 120 Rebate: 75 Rebate: 75 Rebate: 35 or 75 (please specify) BOSTON - Textured limestone Shelf: 1250 x 200 x 30 BOURNE - Veined limestone Shelf: 1200 x 95 / 145 CALGARY - Veined limestone Shelf: 1370 x 220 x 60 1250 x 380 x 60 B&L SQUARE 1320 x 340 / 400 x 60 SOLID CURVED 1370 x 410 x 60 B&L SQUARE Height (inc hearth): 1050 Height (inc hearth): 1010 Height (inc hearth): 1170 Mantel Opening: 750 wide x 700 / 800 high Mantel Opening: 740 wide x 710 high Mantel Opening: 825 wide x 830 high Across Legs: 1145 Leg Depth: 130 Rebate: 90 Across Legs: 1200 Leg Depth: 125 Rebate: 75 Across Legs: 1265 Leg Depth: 150 Rebate: 75 CAMBRIDGE 48 - Veined limestone Shelf: 1220 x 220 x 60 CAMBRIDGE 54 - Veined limestone Shelf: 1370 x 220 x 60 CHAMBERLAYNE - Veined limestone Shelf: 1220 x 200 x 50 1220 x 410 B&L SQUARE WITH ROUNDED CORNERS 1370 x 410 x 60 B&L SQUARE WITH ROUNDED CORNERS 1220 x 380 x 60 B&L SQUARE Height (inc hearth): 1070 Height (inc hearth): 1080 Height (inc hearth): 1030 Mantel Opening: 705 wide x 700 / 785 high Mantel Opening: 760 Wide x 700 / 785 High Mantel Opening: 620 wide x 670 high Across Legs: 1090 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 75 Across Legs: 1240 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 75 Across Legs: 1120 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 75 25
COMPTON - Veined limestone Shelf: 1120 x 200 x 60 1120 x 380 x 60 B&L SQUARE Height (inc hearth): 980 Mantel Opening: 620 wide x 670 high Across Legs: 1000 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 75 CORTON - Veined limestone Shelf: 1270 x 165 x 60 1270 x 410 x 60 SOLID CHAMFERED Height (inc hearth): 1080 Mantel Opening: 760 Wide x 760 / 840 High Across Legs: 1160 Leg Depth: 100 Rebate: 35 DORCHESTER - Veined limestone Shelf: 1370 x 190 x 60 1370 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE WITH BEVEL Back 800 x 380 x 30 Height (inc hearth): 1090 Mantel Opening: 890 wide x 790 high Outer Slip Opening: 710 wide x 640 / 700 high Across Legs: 1250 Leg Depth: 120 Rebate: 35 EXFORD - Veined limestone Shelf: 1220 x 185 x 60 1220 x 410 x 60 BOXED SQUARE WITH PROFILE Height (inc hearth): 1090 Mantel Opening: 760 wide x 760 / 810 high Across Legs: 1120 Leg Depth: 120 Rebate: 75 FLORENCE - Textured limestone Shelf: 1370 x 205 x 60 1370 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE WITH PROFILE Back 950 x 380 x 30 Height (inc hearth): 1150 Mantel Opening: 870 wide x 830 high Stove Slip Opening 750 wide x 730 high Across Legs: 1250 Leg Depth: 155 Rebate: 35 HIGHCLERE - Veined limestone Shelf: 1220 x 170 1320 x 380 x 60 FLUSH BOXED SQUARE Height (inc hearth): 1120 Mantel Opening: 820 wide x 860 high (Plinth @ 130 high) Across Legs: 1220 Leg Depth: 170 Rebate: 35 LANGFORD 54 - Veined limestone Shelf: 1370 x 185 x 60 1370 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE Back 900 x 410 x 30 Height (inc hearth): 1110 Mantel Opening: 810 wide x 785 / 835 high Stove Opening 600 wide x 675 / 710 high Across Legs: 1270 Leg Depth: 120 Rebate: 35 LANGFORD 60 - Veined limestone Shelf: 1530 x 205 x 60 1530 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE Back 1000 x 410 x 30 Height (inc hearth): 1220 Mantel Opening: 900 wide x 850 / 900 high Stove Opening 760 wide x 790 / 830 high Across Legs: 1380 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 35 MERE - Veined limestone Shelf: 1220 x 120 x 60 1220 x 215 / 380 x 60 SOLID CURVED Height (inc hearth): 945 Mantel Opening: 820 wide x 670 / 720 high Across Legs: 1120 Leg Depth: 60 Rebate: 35 26
OXFORD 48 - Veined limestone Shelf: 1220 x 220 x 60 OXFORD 54 - Veined limestone Shelf: 1370 x 220 x 60 PRINCETON - Veined limestone Shelf: 1370 x 190 x 60 1220 x 410 x 60 B&L CHAMFERED 1370 x 410 x 60 B&L CHAMFERED 1370 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE WITH BEVEL Height (inc hearth): 1070 Height (inc hearth): 1080 Height (inc hearth): 1090 Mantel Opening: 705 wide x 700 / 785 high Mantel Opening: 760 Wide x 700 / 785 High Mantel Opening: 890 Wide x 790 High Across Legs: 1090 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 75 Across Legs: 1240 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 75 Across Legs: 1250 Leg Depth: 120 Rebate: 35 RIALTO - Textured limestone Shelf: 1370 x 265 x 70 1370 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE Back 900 x 380 x 30 Height (inc hearth): 1120 Mantel Opening: 840 wide x 850 high Stove Slip Opening: 690 wide x 730 high Across Legs: 1240 Leg Depth: 150 Rebate: 35 STONEHENGE - Veined limestone Shelf: 1475 x 150 1525 x 410 x 60 FLUSH BOXED SQUARE Back 800 x 380 x 30 Height (inc hearth): 1095 Mantel Opening: 1065 wide x 830 high Outer Slip Opening: 915 wide x 755 high Inner Slip Opening: 700 wide x 685 high Leg Depth: 150 Rebate: N/A TRIPOLI - Veined limestone Shelf: 1370 x 220 x 60 1370 x 410 x 60 B&L SQUARE WITH ROUNDED CORNERS Height (inc hearth): 1020 Mantel Opening: 770 wide x 700 / 780 high Across Legs: 1250 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 75 WINCANTON - Veined limestone Shelf: 1220 x 165 x 60 WOODFORD 54 - Veined limestone Shelf: 1370 x 185 x 60 WOODFORD 60 - Veined limestone Shelf: 1530 x 205 x 60 1220 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE 1370 x 410 x 60 SOLID CHAMFERED 1530 x 410 x 60 SOLID SQUARE Height (inc hearth): 1060 Height (inc hearth): 1110 Height (inc hearth): 1220 Mantel Opening: 760 wide x 760 high Mantel Opening: 810 wide x 785 / 835 high Mantel Opening: 900 wide x 850 / 900 high Across Legs: 1120 Leg Depth: 100 Rebate: 35 Across Legs: 1270 Leg Depth: 120 Rebate: 35 Across Legs: 1380 Leg Depth: 140 Rebate: 35 27
500 mm 500 mm 600 mm 550 mm 600 mm 550 mm 350 mm 400 mm 230 mm 400 mm 230 mm 108 mm 195 mm ENIGMA II ENIGMA II SLIMLINE 335 mm 120 mm 500 mm 500 mm 600 mm 550 mm 600 mm 545 mm 397 mm 258 mm 240 mm ENIGMA II HE 342 mm 200 mm 120 mm ENIGMA II SLIMLINE HE 28 GAS FIRE EFFICIENCIES Setting Enigma II High (N.G. only) Low Enigma II HE High (N.G. only) Low Enigma II Slimline High (N.G. only) Low Enigma II Slimline HE High (N.G. only) Low Input 7 kw 4.8 kw 5.5 kw 2.4 kw 7 kw 2.4 kw 5.5kW 2.4kW Net Efficiency 57% 50% 89% 70% 58% 50% 75% 65% Output 4 kw 2.4 kw 4.9 kw 1.9 kw 4.1 kw 1.2 kw 4.1kW 1.5kW All FDC gas and electric fires are manufactured under a BS EN ISO 9001 quality system (registration number 5195), which covers all areas of product design, development, manufacture and service. A gas fire is a technical piece of equipment and, just like a gas boiler, requires servicing. It is essential that you have your gas fire serviced annually by a GAS SAFE REGISTER installer. All FDC (UK) Ltd gas fires carry a 12 month warranty from the date of installation. Please ensure you complete and return the warranty registration page in the back of the instruction manual. Failure to register your fire will invalidate the warranty. Please note that the ceramic fuel bed, firebox liners and glass are not covered by the warranty however spares are available from your retailer.
NATURAL LIMESTONE All the natural stone fireplaces in this brochure are hand finished and, as such, all measurements are approximate and may vary slightly. The fireplaces are manufactured from natural materials and colour and veining variation can occur from photographs, printed material and any showroom displays that relate to these products. Any variation is outside our control and cannot be regarded as faulty or substandard. Small fossils and calcified veins (very fine black lines which can be misinterpreted as cracks) are an inherrent feature of natural limestone and whilst every care is taken to select the clearest material some are likely to be present. Due to the nature of the materials used in the construction of these fireplaces it may be necessary to reinforce or use a suitable filler to eliminate brecciation in the material. All the fireplaces are suitable for use with gas and electric fires as standard. Should you wish to use a solid fuel appliance it is recommended that the hearth should be sectioned and supplied with a hearth plate if required. Due to the high moisture content of limestone, fireplaces will dry over time and become lighter in appearance. Care must be taken before and during installation, as all fireplaces are untreated and are susceptible to discolouration. It is recommended that the completed installation is allowed to dry thoroughly and then sealed with a proprietary sealer. We recommend the LTP range of stonecare products available from your retailer. Cleaning and maintenance: Your fireplace can be cleaned with a sponge and warm soapy water. Stubborn stains can be removed with liquid domestic bleach (please test the bleach on an unseen part of the fireplace to check it does not mark the stone). Any small chips or scratches can be remedied using a fine grade wet and dry sand paper. INSTALLATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Having a new fireplace installed is a major project and it is advisable to prepare yourself as well as possible. Please ensure your chosen fireplace will physically fit your chimney breast and that it is compatible with the intended heating appliance. The best way to confirm this will be to organise a home survey with the retailer or your installer prior to purchase. All installations must be carried out in accordance with the requirements set out in the Building Regulation documents, paying particular attention to Approved Document J. There are independent bodies which have been approved to carry out installations in accordance with these regulations. For gas installations, the most recognised independent body is GAS SAFE REGISTER and for solid fuel installations it is HETAS. It is essential to confirm with your retailer that your new fireplace will be installed appropriately. If you have your new fireplace installed by a GAS SAFE REGISTER (gas) or HETAS (solid fuel) registered fitter you will be given a a certificate stating that your installation has been carried out in accordance with Building Regulations. If you do not have one of these certificates you will have to arrange for your local Building Control Officer to inspect and approve your installation. PRODUCT SPECIFICATION FDC (UK) Ltd has a continuous research and development programme which may necessitate changes to sizes and specifications without prior notification. If any size is critical this should be made clear to your retailer at point of order. THE FDC PLEDGE You can purchase any of the products shown in this brochure with total confidence. In the unlikely event that there is a defect discovered on unpacking, a replacement part will be supplied without hesitation. Of course, this requires the products to be fully inspected prior to installation as no responsibility for refitting or redecoration can be accepted if defective products have been installed or products have been damaged during installation. In these cases and in the case of accidental damage after installation, in-situ repairs might be possible. Please refer to your retailer for further information. 29
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