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[GEOJUL123]

am in process of installing new fire surround for new gas fire, the stone back panel that fits onto chimney breast with surround has opening pre cut for new fire . The fire place opening in the breast is larger than the opening in the stone back panel. Should I brick the opening in breast to the same sixe as the one on the back panel or is it O.K. to fit and seal as is??

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