Traditional Brickwork : Construction, Repair and Maintenance Paperback / softback
by Terrence Lee
Paperback / softback
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Used in the British Isles since its twelfth-century reintroduction into England from the continent, brick remains the most versatile of all building materials, standing as testament to the often-sublime skills employed in its use for construction.
Yet, despite growing interest in historic buildings and the need to conserve them, many remain under threat from the ravages of poor practice and modern inappropriate materials.
Traditional Brickwork is an informative guide to working with traditional brick.
Based on the author's hands-on experience, it explains the manufacture and use of brick in England, revealing its characteristics and vulnerabilities.
It also examines the survival of traditional brickwork and the practical methods to assess, construct, repair and maintain it, together with the necessary tools and materials.
Featuring over 400 images, this helpful book will be of great interest to bricklayers, instructors and all interested in the use of traditional brickwork both past, present and future.
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In Stock - More than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:192 pages, 30 Diagrams; 376 Halftones, color
- Publisher:The Crowood Press Ltd
- Publication Date:04/01/2023
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- ISBN:9780719841415
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In Stock - More than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:192 pages, 30 Diagrams; 376 Halftones, color
- Publisher:The Crowood Press Ltd
- Publication Date:04/01/2023
- Category:
- ISBN:9780719841415