Hi
I'm in the process of opening up my fireplace to fit a log burner. The fireplace has been bricked up previously.
I haven't got very far but am yet to find a lintel. I've also noticed this upside down v formation of bricks. I'm guessing that these should be supported by the lintel. Therefore, if i remove the bricks dotted (see pic) and insert a lintel where shown will that be ok? do i need to support anything else. I'm worried the chimney might fall down.
Advice appreciated.
I'm in the process of opening up my fireplace to fit a log burner. The fireplace has been bricked up previously.
I haven't got very far but am yet to find a lintel. I've also noticed this upside down v formation of bricks. I'm guessing that these should be supported by the lintel. Therefore, if i remove the bricks dotted (see pic) and insert a lintel where shown will that be ok? do i need to support anything else. I'm worried the chimney might fall down.
Advice appreciated.