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    Cutting out brickwork for french doors

    Yes, all under same lintel still and will be safety glass throughout. Thanks very much again Richard.
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    Cutting out brickwork for french doors

    A couple more questions if you are still around! The french doors will have a small (900 x 450) window to one side. Should i fix this to the doors first or fit it first then fix it to the doors? Are there any special type of fixings (other than regular screws) i should use to fix the two...
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    Cutting out brickwork for french doors

    Thanks Richard, yes i checked with the council today and there is a 48hr building notice (£80ish) reqd. Your right about the brick alignment, i'm sure some of the end faces will be trimmed. I've found a small local rehau fabricator so will probably order from them. Thanks again for your advice.
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    Cutting out brickwork for french doors

    Thanks for that. The facing bricks are antique rustics (1930's bungalow). Would you screw a batton to the wall as a guide or just follow a chalk line? Also, can i please ask if you wedge the new frame in first then foam it in and screw?
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    Cutting out brickwork for french doors

    Thank you for your advice, i shall follow it.
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    Cutting out brickwork for french doors

    Morning all, I'm going to be replacing a kitchen window with upvc french doors ( no lintel issues as i'm not widening the opening). I need to cut down approx 15 courses of facing bricks. I'm able to cut down where the mortar joints run so effectivley only cutting every other brick. My question...
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