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Cavity Wall Lintel vs Solid Wall Lintel: What’s the Difference?
Most modern UK homes need a cavity wall lintel, not a solid wall lintel. The difference comes down to wall...
How Does a Cavity Wall Lintel Work? Load, Structure and Design Explained
A cavity wall lintel works by bridging the opening above a window or door and safely transferring the weight of...
What Is a Cavity Wall Lintel? Inner vs Outer Leaf Explained
A cavity wall lintel is a structural support placed above an opening, such as a window or door, in a...
How Much Weight Can a Steel Lintel Support?
In brief: A steel lintel’s capacity depends on the exact lintel profile, span, cavity width, end bearing, and the loads...
Lintels for Extensions: What You Need to Know
Domestic extensions involve a long list of structural and design decisions. If you are in a conservation area, the local...
Do I Need Building Control Approval to Replace a Lintel?
A lintel is an essential horizontal loadbearing item, and as such, will require sign off from your local UK Building...
Window Lintels: A Detailed Guide
Window lintels come in many forms depending upon the work they have to do and what the make-up is of...
Cavity Wall Insulation Guide
Our Blog Post outlines the Types of Cavity Wall Insulation and how to Install Insulation Slabs.
Heat Loss and Psi (Ψ) Values: A Practical Guide for UK Builders
Psi Values in your Building are becoming more critical as we work toward the UK's Net Zero Target. So, what is...
What is a Cavity Closer and Why Do We Need Them?
A cavity closer is a small, but essential part of the overall energy-saving strategy of any new or refurbishment project....
