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Hi mate, noticed you seem to know what you're on about regarding chimneys. what is actually supporting this now? Am I ok to keep the Acrows up and just install gallow brackets up to the ceiling height or will I also have to support elsewhere with this...

If there is no lintel or arch, then what has been holding up the weight of the chimney in this case?

Thanks for the advice. Where on the photo would you recommend I install the lintel? How high can I get away with?

Hi Just bought a Victorian semi and have discovered an issue with the fireplace. The plasterwork was falling off, so i removed it, then knocked a few courses back assuming there would be a lintel somewhere. Apparently not! I've propped up with acrows and strongboys, but the fireplace has...