Building Construction - Metric 3. [antikvár]

PREFACE TO THE FIFTH EDITION In producing this metric edition the opportunity has been taken to revise and augment certain Sections. Many of the additions are to Chapter I, they include extra floor coverings and the use of plasterboard for partitions— a material which is probably the most widely used internal lining. It may be emphasized that this and the two previous volumes are essentially concerned with the early syllabuses of a course, and special importance is therefore given to principles and sound methods of construction, chiefly traditional in character. More advanced building techniques, including mechanical excavating equipment; piling; steelwork and reinforced concrete; fire protection; advanced carpentry, joinery and plumbing; internal finishes; electrical and gas services and heating systems are described in Volume IV. 1973 J. K. McK.