| Rivington's Building Construction Contributor(s): Smith, Percy Major (Author) |
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ISBN: 1873394667 ISBN-13: 9781873394663 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $171.00 Product Type: Other - Other Formats Published: January 2004 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Architecture | Historic Preservation - Restoration Techniques - Technology & Engineering | Construction - General |
| Dewey: 690 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: When this series first appeared in 1875 it was considered the best textbook on the subject, as it provided comprehensive coverage of all aspects of building construction work. This new reprint of the revised 1904 edition, in three volumes, contains over 1,350 pages of text and useful line drawings. Volume 1 covers brickwork, carpentry and roofing, giving detailed practical guidance on all aspects of the work and offering definitions of the terms used. Volume 2 includes sections on joinery, stairs and floors with Volume 3 providing detailed information on materials, including stone, brickwork, lime and paint. |