Materials for Architects and Builders

Materials for Architects and Builders provides a clear and concise introduction to the broad range of materials used within the construction industry and covers the essential details of their manufacture, key physical properties, specification and uses.Understanding the basics of materials is a crucial part of undergraduate and diploma construction or architecture-related courses, and this established textbook helps the reader to do just that with the help of colour photographs and clear diagrams throughout.This new sixth edition has been completely revised and updated to include the latest developments in materials research, new images, appropriate technologies and relevant legislation. The ecological effects of building construction and lifetime use remain an important focus, and this new edition includes a wide range of energy-saving building components.

ISBN:	9780815363392
Publisher:	CRC Press
Imprint:	Routledge
Published date:	06 Sep 2019
DEWEY:	691
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Sales rank:	10473
Number of pages:	xvi, 520
Weight:	1460g
Height:	188mm
Width:	245mm
Spine width:	23mm

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