PART K - LINTELS, SILLS, AND REINFORCING STEEL
Lintels, sills, and reinforcing steel are frequently used in construction.
2-27. Lintels. Lintels are placed across the top of door and window openings to support the walls
above the openings. Precast concrete lintels are often used over door and window openings
(Figure 2-29).
Figure 2-29. Precast lintels without offset
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