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Various underpinning methods exist, and choosing a particular method or selection of methods is the job of the engineer. Consistent with the underpinning procedure is the need to retain the affected structure plus the surrounding ground and/or buildings. This book will offer advice on how to chose...
Published November 11th 1992 by CRC Press
This publication provides practical guidance on appropriate methods of conservation and repair of earth buildings using traditional building materials. It is the first major work on the subject since Clough Williams-Ellis and the Eastwick-Fields published "Building in Cob, Pise and Stabilized Earth...
Published July 22nd 1992 by Routledge
Much research has recently been undertaken into the cleaning and conservation of stone buildings, particularly those constructed of sandstone, and the debate concerning the best methods continues. This book brings together contributions from a wide range of specialisms, and offers new perspectives...
Published May 3rd 1992 by Routledge
This book provides, for the first time, clear, authoritative guidance on removing graffiti and protecting surfaces from further attack....
Published December 4th 1991 by Routledge
This book describes all the principal methods of arranging letting building contracts for conservation work. It also covers contractor selection, the use of directly employed labour, and contractual considerations....
Published December 4th 1991 by Taylor & Francis
Written in straightforward non-technical language, with numerous diagrams and photographs, this book takes a look at ‘the invisible art’ of the great builders: how they founded their constructions in the earth and strove to understand and combat the natural forces, such as earth pressures, water,...
Published December 31st 1990 by Taylor & Francis
Published August 29th 1990 by CRC Press
Easy to follow instructions on the methods and materials used for repairing houses....
Published September 29th 1988 by Routledge
The report of a comprehensive investigation by RILEM which examines all aspects of the cleaning of facades, subject to soiling by both biological and non-biological agencies. The contributors are international authorities working in this field giving essential advice to all those who need to know...
Published July 20th 1988 by Routledge
