Post-and-lintel is an ancient construction technique using two vertical mullions and a horizontal lintel. It was used in Stonehenge and ancient Greek and Roman temples. Arches and trusses were later developed to increase load capacity. Laminated timber is a modern improvement. Stone has good compressive strength but is rarely used in modern construction due to […]
Lintels are architectural features that cover openings in buildings, such as doors and windows. They can be structural or decorative and vary in shape and size. In the West, they are usually load-bearing, while in the East they are often ornamental. Some lintels are hidden, while others are elaborately carved and decorated. Builders must determine […]
