Protection of buildings against water from the ground (AMD 1511) (AMD 2196) (AMD 2470) (Partially superseded but remains current)

CP 102:1973

British Standards Institution
Protection of buildings against water from the ground (AMD 1511) (AMD 2196) (AMD 2470) (Partially superseded but remains current) Download document

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Partially replaced or revised by new document

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Abstract

Deals with the methods of preventing the entry of ground water and surface water into a building from the surrounding areas. Makes recommendations for the drainage of adjoining areas, for special waterproof or water-resisting types of construction below ground level and for the damp-proofing of walls and floors at or near ground level.

History

Partially superseded by BS 8102:1990 and BS 8215:1991. Confirmed 15/05/2020.

ISBN

0580076717

Subjects

  • Building structure
  • Coverings and surface finishes
  • Building types
  • Basements
  • Felt/flexible sheets
  • Flexible sheet tanking/damp proofing
  • Types of Spaces within buildings
  • Building foundations/ground floors
  • Waterproofing/damp proofing

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With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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