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Conserving buildings : guide to techniques and materials
- Title
- Conserving buildings : guide to techniques and materials / Martin E. Weaver ; with F.G. Matero.
- Author
- Weaver, Martin E., 1938-2004.
- Publication
- New York : Wiley, ©1993.
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| Status | Format | Access | Call Number | Item Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Text | Use in library | NA105 .W43 1993 | Off-site |
Details
- Additional Authors
- Matero, F. G. (Frank G.)
- Description
- xiv, 270 pages : illustrations; 29 cm
- Summary
- This reference work describes the deterioration and conservation of wood, stone, ceramics, cement-based materials, metals, paints and glass. Key topics discussed include temperature and humidity control and how to protect materials from acid rain, fire, earthquake and other natural hazards.
- Subject
- Architecture > Conservation and restoration > Technique
- Building materials
- Construction Materials
- building materials
- Architecture > Conservation et restauration > Technique
- Monuments historiques > Conservation et restauration > Technique
- Constructions historiques > Conservation et restauration > Technique
- Bibliography (note)
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Contents
- 1. A General Introduction to the Conservation of Buildings -- 2. Investigating Old Buildings -- 3. The Study of Building Materials -- 4. Restoring and Repairing Old Wooden Structures -- 5. Restoring Stonework -- 6. Architectural Ceramics -- 7. Cementitious Materials -- 8. Cleaning Masonry -- 9. Architectural Metalwork -- 10. Paints and Coatings / Frank G. Matero -- 11. Architectural Glass -- 12. Foundations and Footings -- 13. Restoring Slate Roofing -- 14. Synthetic Resins, Polymers, and Preservation -- 15. Historic Wallpapers.
- ISBN
- 0471509450
- 9780471509455
- LCCN
- 91048263
- OCLC
- ocm25164317
- 25164317
- SCSB-1970355
- Owning Institutions
- Princeton University Library