McKay's Building Construction Contributor(s): McKay, William Barr (Author) |
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ISBN: 1873394721 ISBN-13: 9781873394724 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $171.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2004 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Architecture | Historic Preservation - Restoration Techniques - Technology & Engineering | Construction - General |
Dewey: 690 |
Physical Information: 1.2" H x 8.5" W x 10.8" (2.95 lbs) 480 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: McKay offers conservation practitioners an essential understanding of the traditional forms of construction, covering the use of masonry and brickwork, carpentry and joinery, slating, plumbing and drainage. The book includes: the author's extensive, highly detailed drawings to illustrate the text; useful material on traditional craft practice - essential for undertaking repairs; and explanations of terminology and techniques - simply described. |