Does the hearth pad fit up against the wall pad...or do you have leave a space between them?

Great question. Per the installation sheet, it states to install the hearth pad according to your stoves installation manual. The hearth Pad must also be installed in accordance with your local building codes. If you have any further questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out to one of our experienced customer service representative and they would be happy to assist you. Thank you and have a wonderful day.