Brick Lintel Bars
Brick Lintel Bars & Shelf Angles – Find Yours at Southtile Ltd
Structural Support You Can Trust – Delivered NZ-Wide
Whether you're building a brick veneer home, installing windows, or reinforcing masonry openings, Southtile Ltd offers a comprehensive range of lintel bars and shelf angles designed for strength, compliance, and ease of installation.
Brick Lintel Bars – Galvanized & Ready to Install
Our lintel bars are engineered to support the weight of bricks above windows, doors, and structural openings.
Available Sizes:
80 x 80 galvanized lintels
100 x 100 galvanized lintels
10mm lintels for flexible applications
Custom Sizes: Need something specific? We source custom lintel bars through our trusted supplier network.
Installation Guidelines:
For openings under 2 metres, allow a 100mm overhang on each side
For openings over 2 metres, allow a 200mm overhang on each side
“All lintels meet NZ Building Code requirements for structural integrity and durability”
Shelf Angles – Brick Veneer Support Made Simple
In brick veneer construction, shelf angles are often used instead of lintel bars to support the outer brick layer.
Applications:
Multi-story buildings
Veneer transitions above rooflines
Inter-story junctions
Features:
Galvanized steel for corrosion resistance
Cut-to-length options available
Suitable for both residential and commercial builds
“Shelf angles must be installed with proper drainage and support to prevent cracking and ensure long-term performance”
Cut-to-Size & Drilling Services
Southtile Ltd offers precision cutting and drilling for lintel bars and shelf angles to match your project specs.
Pre-drilled holes for easy installation
Custom lengths for non-standard openings
Fast turnaround and expert advice
“Save time on-site with ready-to-install components”
Local Branches
Christchurch Canterbury Branch Christchurch City, Selwyn, Ashburton, Waimakariri, Hurunui, Kaikoura
Invercargill Southland Branch Invercargill City, Southland, Gore, Clutha, Southern Otago towns
FAQs About Lintels & Shelf Angles
Q: What’s the difference between a lintel bar and a shelf angle?
A: Lintel bars span openings like windows and doors to support brickwork above. Lintel bar has a over hang 100mm each side up to two metres, two metres and above have two hundred millimeters each side. Shelf angles support brick veneer by being attached to the frame and bolted on. Lintel bar transfers weight onto the foundation through the brick, where a shelve angle puts the weight onto the frame.
Q: Can I use a shelf angle with timber framing?
A: Shelf angles require specific engineering design (SED) when used with timber framing due to differential movement between materials.
Q: Do I need custom lintel sizes for wider openings?
A: Yes. Wider spans may require engineered lintels or custom-cut bars. Contact Southtile for sizing support.
Q: Are your lintels compliant with NZ standards?
A: Absolutely. All lintel bars and shelf angles meet NZS 3604 and relevant structural codes.
View our range below or contact Southtile Ltd for more information on brick lintel bars.
📧 Email: info@southtile.co.nz
📞 Phone: 0800 768 848
