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A lintel is a synonym for a brickwork support or masonry support.
A lintel is a beam placed above an opening, such as a window or door, so that it can carry the load of the structure above it.
What is the function of a lintel?
Every opening above a window or door must be supported before you can continue building. A lintel provides this support and can be installed in various designs. The most common lintels are concrete and steel lintels.
How much weight can a lintel carry?
The load-bearing capacity depends on several factors. First and foremost, the design of the lintel and the span. Via this PDF you can consult various tables that give you an idea of the maximum load, but the calculation is best left to specialists.
Tip: our online tool calculates the load based on your building plan, gives you an overview of the lintels and brackets to use within 24 hours, and generates a no-obligation quote.
How do you install a lintel?
Installing our steel BK brickwork supports is relatively simple, because the brackets on which the lintels are placed are already pre-assembled on delivery. In this article, we explain step by step how to install the brickwork supports.
The brackets can be fully adjusted in 3D, so shims are no longer needed. In addition, the brackets feature a triple thermal break, which results in a better E-level.
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