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Informationen zum Autor The late Ivor H Seeley taught for many years at Nottingham Trent University, UK, where he was head of the Department of Surveying and Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Studies. Klappentext Describes and examines the constructional techniques, choice and use of materials and the statutory requirements for domestic buildings. The text is generously supported by more than 60 pages of drawings and sketches. It is aimed at first and second year students in a wide variety of disciplines. Zusammenfassung This popular text examines basic constructional techniques, the choice and use of materials, and statutory requirements for domestic buildings. Includes environmentally-friendly buildings free-standing & cavity walls; sound insulation; windows & doors; GRP interceptors, and waste management. Inhaltsverzeichnis List of Illustrations List of Tables Preface to Fifth Edition Acknowledgements The Building Process and Site Works Building Drawing Foundations Earthwork Support and Concrete Walls and Partitions Fireplaces Heat Producing Appliances Flues and Chimneys Floors: Structures and Finishings; Timber Characteristics and Defects Roofs: Structures and Coverings Windows and Glazing Doors Doorsets and Ironmongery Stairs and Fittings Finishings Water Services Sanitary Plumbing and Solid Waste Storage Drainage and Small Treatment Works External Works Sound and Thermal Insulation Dampness Ventilation and Condensation Building in Warm Climates Appendix: Metric Conversion Table Index.
