The bricks are then held together with mortar. Brick lintels can be either load-bearing or non-load-bearing. Reinforced brick lintels are made from bricks that have been reinforced with steel rods or wires. The steel reinforcement increases the load-bearing capacity of the lintel, making it suitable for use in supporting heavier loads.Ĭoncrete lintels are made from concrete that has been cast in a mold or formwork. Concrete lintels can be either load-bearing or non-load-bearing, depending on their design and intended use.
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Steel lintels are made from steel beams that have been cut to size and shape and then welded or bolted together. Steel lintels are very strong and are often used in load-bearing applications where high levels of support are required. Wooden lintels are made from lumber that has been cut to size and shape. Wooden lintels can be either load-bearing or non-load-bearing, depending on their design.Ĭomposite lintels are made from a combination of materials, such as concrete and steel. Composite lintels offer the benefits of both materials, with the added strength of the steel reinforcement.Ĩ. Glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) lintels are made from concrete that has been reinforced with glass fibers. GFRC lintels are strong and durable, making them suitable for use in both load-bearing and non-load-bearing applications. Precast lintels are made from concrete that has been cast in a mold or formwork and then transported to the job site where it is installed.