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  1. J

    window in extension

    great, so i'll put the window and door together in the middle of the wall spanned by a single lintel and i have plenty of return on either side. thanks for advice
  2. J

    closing cavities

    great, thanks for your help and advice
  3. J

    closing cavities

    hi, should a 50mm cavity be closed at the top (eaves) or should be left open for ventilation?
  4. J

    window in extension

    ok, thanks. what would be the max width i could fit then? also should the cavities be closed at eaves?
  5. J

    window in extension

    Hi, building my kitchen extension i've realized i need more light. i will be building a wall 1130mm wide, one side will tie in with existing wall, at the other side is a door. i have a window 675mm wide which will leave 220 either side i.e. one brick, will this be enough? there will be a catnik...
  6. J

    removing a supporting wall with 2 chimney breasts

    did consider this but they are a nice feature in the bedrooms, cast iron, tiled etc. and have built in period wardrobes to the side of them. thanks anyway
  7. J

    removing a supporting wall with 2 chimney breasts

    hi all, i'm knocking down a supporting wall that has 2 chimney breasts, one on either side. any advice on how to support this while getting the RSJ in and permanent support for the chimneys. (acros are in place either side of the wall to support floor joist but obviously there will be nothing...
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