Construction Materials, Methods, and Techniques

Name: Construction Materials, Methods, and Techniques
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ISBN: 9781418001810

ISBN-10: 1418001813

ISBN-13: 9781418001810

Edition: 2nd 2007 (Revised)

Authors: William Spence

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Comprehensive in nature, this newly updated book extensively explores construction materials and properties as well as current methods of residential and commercial building construction. Revisions reflect the changes based on the 2004 Edition of Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) MasterFormat and follows the logical sequence of a construction project. The Second Edition is complete with current information that is the result of input from hundreds of manufacturers and professional and trade organizations, and makes frequent reference to building codes relating to various construction materials and methods.

Book details

List price: $292.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date: 8/21/2006
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 1232
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.25" long x 2.00" tall
Weight: 5.698
Language: English




Introduction to Construction Methods, Materials And Techniques



Building Structures and Systems : An Overview



Construction: A Dynamic Industry



Properties of Materials



General Requirements And Site Construction



The Building Site



Soil



Foundations



Concrete And Masonry



Concrete



Cast-in-Place Concrete



Precast Concrete



Mortars for Masonry Walls



Clay Brick and Tile



Concrete Masonry



Stone



Masonry Construction



Metals, Wood And Plastics



Ferrous Metals



Nonferrous Metals



Steel Frame Construction



Wood



Products Manufactured from Wood



Wood and Metal Light Frame Consrtuction



Heavy Timber Construction



Finsihing the Exterior and Interior Wood Frame Buildings



Paper and Paper Pulp Products



Plastics



Thermal And Moisture Protection, Doors, Windows And Finishes



Thermal Insulation and Vapor Barriers



Bonding Agents, Sealers and Sealants



Bituminous Materials



Roofing Systems



Glass



Doors, Windows, Entrances and Storefronts



Cladding Systems



Interior Finishes



Protective and Decorative Coatings



Gypsum, Lime and Plaster



Acoustical Materials



Interior Walls, Partitions and Ceilings



Flooring



Carpeting



Specialties, Equipment And Furnishings



Specialties



Residential and Commercial Equipment



Furnishings



Special Construction And Conveying Systems



Special Construction



Conveying Systems



Mechanical And Electrical



Fire Protection Systems



Plumbing Systems



Heating, Air-Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration



Electrical Equipment and Systems