Structural aspects of building conservation. 2nd edition
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Civil & Structural Supplement
Abstract
Stages in the appraisal of historic buildings with examples explaining the differences in structural behaviour between new and existing structures. Each major construction material is assessed in detail, and techniques for testing the ability of a building to continue its existing use or to be converted to a new use are examined.
History
2005 reprint. Supersedes the 1995 edition. This document is no longer available from the original publisher, therefore the status is unconfirmed.
ISBN
9780750657334
Subjects
- Building types
- Legal issues and management
- Building maintenance
- Restoration
- Historic buildings
- Building structure
Publisher History
An imprint of Elsevier, Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd are a large organisation who publish books for the science, technology and health science industries.
Information
NBS
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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