Using perforated bricks end-on (soldier course)

[BobS]

To match our new door and window openings with the existing building we are placing bricks end-on over the patio door lintels. Our builder is using lightweight engineering bricks with large perforations. We have two sliding doors meeting at a corner meaning there will be an 8m continuous run of these around the corner of the building and supporting the first floor masonry and gable end.

 

Will this type of brick be strong enough for such a long run around the corner of the building, or should we insist on solid bricks?

[tonyshouse]

Should be OK 

[bassanclan]

No need for solid bricks. The steel or concrete lintel is taking the load.

[markc]

1 minute ago, bassanclan said:

No need for solid bricks. The steel or concrete lintel is taking the load.

Unless it’s a composite lintel, then it shares the load with the soldier course.

however, perforated should still be ok