Knocking through an exterior stone wall

Question

We have just bought a beautiful Victorian villa and we are trying to restore some of the original features such as the fireplaces. There was an extension built in the 70’s and I would like to open the fireplace between the living room and extension (double sided stove) but this would mean knocking through the original exterior stone wall. Is this possible?

Paul · Accepted Answer

Hi Amy yes this is possible it would just need the instalment of  pre stressed concrete lintels

Wayne · Answer

Yes this is possible, prestressed lintels faced with oak timber

Andrew · Answer

Yeah not to difficult would  need support  lintols.

Dave · Answer

the answer is yes, you must prop up excisting wall, then put in lintel and take out stone/bricks . 
hope this helps.

Philip · Answer

Yes this is possible but will depend on several factors.

Is the building listed in any way ?

You may need building regs approval for this work as you are possibly affecting the structure of the house.

the condition of the existing chimney will also have to be looked at.

pretty much anything is possible  if you have the budget. You need an experienced  trades person to give you advice and a quote.

Knocking through an exterior stone wall

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