BRE building elements: floors and flooring - performance, diagnosis, maintenance, repair and the avoidance of defects. 2nd edition

Report BR 460

BRE, 2003
BRE building elements: floors and flooring - performance, diagnosis, maintenance, repair and the avoidance of defects. 2nd edition Download document

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Core Supplement

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Abstract

Describes the materials and production methods and criteria which are used in the construction of floors. Draws the attention of readers to the features of floors and flooring which ensure good performance, and to the things that go wrong so that they can be avoided. Provides the building professional with a checklist of points of concern, and where to obtain further information and advice. Provides visual illustrations where they will enhance points made in the text: over 200 photographs and 170 drawings of floors and floor construction details; also case studies, feature panels and checklist.

Author

Pye, P. W. and Harrison, H. W.

History

Replaces - BRE Report 332: Floors and flooring (1997).

ISBN

9781860816314

Subjects

  • Building structure
  • Floors/balconies/stairs

Publisher History

BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.

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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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