Lexington Hayloft Beam Series Fireplace Non-Combustible Mantel
The Hayloft Beam takes its cue from the haylofts above the horse stables on Kentucky's equestrian farms. Lexington modeled it on a hand-hewn beam, and the casting shows rough-hewn tool marks, dowel ends, nail holes, checks, splits and knots.
It is 8" deep and 5.375" high at the wall edge, cast in Burncrete and hand-painted in five colors. Model number HB-4-LH (48"), HB-5-LH (60") or HB-6-LH (72"), followed by the color code.
The Hayloft Beam: Horse-Country Timber for Any Fireplace Type
Lexington lists the Hayloft for gas, wood-burning or electric fireplaces, and Burncrete is designed to take long-term heat without warping, cracking or degrading. The ASTM E136 rating lets it sit closer to the firebox than a wood beam. Lexington's install guide calls for at least 6" of clearance above equipment under 50,000 Btu and 12" at 50,000 Btu or more; your fireplace's clearances and local code come first.
The hollow core mounts on a framed wall with simple tools. It suits a wood burning fireplace in a lodge or farmhouse room, and the Lexington Hearth collection has the other series.
Features
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Hand-hewn detail: tool marks, dowel ends, nail holes, checks, splits and knots.
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Wood, gas or electric: Lexington lists it for all three fireplace types.
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Non-combustible: certified under ASTM E136, a vertical tube furnace test at 750°C.
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Three lengths: 48", 60" or 72", from 62 lb to 102 lb.
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Room to grow: the matching extension, corner piece and bracket trim take it past 72" or around a corner.
Package Contents
- Hayloft Beam mantel, in your chosen length and color
- 3" x 2" steel mounting bracket
- Bracket screws (8) and self-drilling mantel screws (3)
- Touch-up kit with filler putty, touch-up paint and a brush
- Installation instructions
What to Order With It
Longer runs and corners (optional):
Corbels (optional):
Specifications
| Model numbers |
48": HB-4-LH-MD, HB-4-LH-PH, HB-4-LH-WG, HB-4-LH-EC, HB-4-LH-RC
60": HB-5-LH-MD, HB-5-LH-PH, HB-5-LH-WG, HB-5-LH-EC, HB-5-LH-RC
72": HB-6-LH-MD, HB-6-LH-PH, HB-6-LH-WG, HB-6-LH-EC, HB-6-LH-RC |
| Color codes |
MD Maduro, PH Pale Honey, WG Weathered Grey, EC Eclipse, RC Roasted Chestnut |
| Lengths |
48", 60" or 72" |
| Profile |
8" deep x 5.375" high at the wall edge |
| Weight |
62 lb (48"), 82 lb (60"), 102 lb (72") |
| Fireplace types |
Gas, wood-burning or electric |
| Material |
Burncrete non-combustible casting, hollow core |
| Certification |
ASTM E136 non-combustible |
| Mounting |
3" x 2" steel bracket screwed into wall studs; mantel fastens through the top |
| Studs needed |
2 (48"), 3 (60"), 4 (72"); two screws per stud, at least 1.5" into the stud |
| Made in |
Lexington, Kentucky, USA |
FAQs
Can I get the Hayloft Beam in a custom length or color?
Yes. Lexington makes custom lengths on request. Past 72", add the 2 ft extension and bracket trim. Burncrete should not be cut or sanded on site, so order the length you need. Custom colors are matched at the factory. Reach out to our team for a quote.
How is it installed?
With two people and basic tools. Screw the bracket into the studs (2 for the 48", 3 for the 60", 4 for the 72"), set the mantel on it, drive three screws down through the top, then fill and touch up the holes. For walls other than wood framing, consult a professional.
Documents & Downloads
Warranty
Lexington Hearth one-year limited warranty:
- Covers manufacturing and workmanship defects for one year from the original purchase date, for the original purchaser.
- A confirmed defect is handled by replacing the product or the affected part.
- Not covered: cutting, drilling, painting or refinishing, improper installation or clearances, water or freezing damage, shipping damage and labor.
