Need for old buildings to "breathe"

Information Sheet 4

Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings, 1986
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Abstract

From the mid 19th century, rapid changes in construction methods occurred and a number of new building materials were introduced. Many of these materials are perfectly suitable for contemporary buildings but have been found to be incompatible with the construction of old buildings. The aim of this information sheet is to examine these differences and draw conclusions about the way old buildings should be treated.

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  • Historic buildings
  • Building types
  • Walls/masonry/cavity walls
  • Building structure

Publisher History

The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings was founded in 1877. They have a firm set of principles about how old buildings should be repaired and the practical knowledge to show how these can be put into effect. Publications include a variety of technical information sheets and leaflets for the industry and general public.

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