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Standard fireplace opening

waynehayes
waynehayes Posts: 427 Forumite
The previous owners of our house had a 'lovely' Cotswold stone brick fireplace built back in the 80's, which we're having re-instated to a 'normal' opening . Our builder is coming in next week to remove it and fit a lintel etc. I was wondering what the standard size opening should be on a chimney breast?
Thanks.

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  • Moneybot
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    Not sure if it's standard but mine is 60cm wide by 70cm high in Victorian brick chimney.
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