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Why does a “16 inch grate” not actually measure 16 inches?

April 26, 2017actually inches measure

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Why does a “16 inch grate” not actually measure 16 inches?

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The 16 inch fire grate is so named because it is designed to fit in a 16 inch opening, just as an 18 inch grate is designed to fit in an 18 inch opening. They are made slightly smaller so there is a small tolerance, to allow for things like expansion when the grate is heated.