Recent content by SteveOSling

Even for just an electric log burner? I took a good look at the flue and decided the pointing is way too soft and in general poor condition to be suitable for an open fire. I have blocked off the flue with insulation complete with vent. In short no combustible appliance of any...

Thanks. I'll look to fix to the bed joints. You think 3no. m12 160mm studs secured with resin are enough? I heard to make the hole 2mm bigger so a 14mm in masonry. Was thinking a 12mm hole in timber though for snug fit. Any recommendations? Thanks for the BREG advice. I'm aware it won't...

Hi folks, I'm in the middle of building a hole in wall fireplace. All is going well but whilst thinking ahead I'm slightly concerned about how I'm going to install a timber beam. Picture below to help people understand what I'm on about. I've successfully put in a concrete lintel, packed...