Certain extra loads on lintels may sometimes be placed depending on the architectural design. In order in locate these extra loads on the lintel, one needs to investigate the architectural drawings and remember it during building.
The Lintel Beams are Purposes to Follow:
- Supporting walls over gaps such as doors, screens, etc. to protect windows and doors.
- To withstand the loads imposed from bricks or blocks above including the roofing components.
- To pass the load to lateral walls.
- The lintels are sometimes used as a decorative feature in architecture.
Functions of Lintel Beam
A lintel is one form of beam used to stabilize the above-mentioned wall where openings such as doors, windows etc. are required to provide a foundation for the house. The lintel’s main function is to take loads from the top of the wall and move that load to the sidewalls.
- Lintel protects the walls above the gaps, such as doors, windows and so on. Lintels provide windows and doors with security.
- Lintel is able to withstand the loads imposed from the bricks or blocks above including the roofing members.
- The lintel is used to bear all the loads levied on the side walls.
- The lintels are sometimes used as a decorative feature in architecture.