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Natural stone masonry in modern Scottish construction a guide for designers and constructors [electronic resource]

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: Charlestown SSLG 2008Description: 126p. col. ill. 30cmISBN:
  • 9780956102904
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 693.1 $2 18
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Partial contents:
Executive summary -- Introduction: backgrouns; aim and scope; overview of relevant British Standards and legislation -- Types and properties of stone: introduction; performance of stone in use -- Selection of stone: introduction; factors influencing stone selection -- Soiling of facades: general; influence of stone types; soiling patterns; other soiling and staining; guidelines -- Walling types: choice of walling type; traditional walls; stone walling systems for modern construction -- Design and detail: moisture and dampness control; structure; summary of moisture and structural design details -- Mortars: principles of mortars; characteristics of mortars; types of mortars; selection of mortar; precautions at joints -- Case studies: case study 1, Kepplestone Development, Aberdeen; case study 2, Scene Field Centre, Rowardennan; case study 3, St Vincent Place, Edinburgh -- Bibliography -- Annexes
Summary: Offers guidance on the use of stone in new building projects to those unfamiliar with its use. Includes a section on selecting the right type of stone for the project, and provides diagrams of walling systems, including ashlar and rubble. Also includes case studies.
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Book Virtual Online ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 146541-2001

Executive summary -- Introduction: backgrouns; aim and scope; overview of relevant British Standards and legislation -- Types and properties of stone: introduction; performance of stone in use -- Selection of stone: introduction; factors influencing stone selection -- Soiling of facades: general; influence of stone types; soiling patterns; other soiling and staining; guidelines -- Walling types: choice of walling type; traditional walls; stone walling systems for modern construction -- Design and detail: moisture and dampness control; structure; summary of moisture and structural design details -- Mortars: principles of mortars; characteristics of mortars; types of mortars; selection of mortar; precautions at joints -- Case studies: case study 1, Kepplestone Development, Aberdeen; case study 2, Scene Field Centre, Rowardennan; case study 3, St Vincent Place, Edinburgh -- Bibliography -- Annexes

Offers guidance on the use of stone in new building projects to those unfamiliar with its use. Includes a section on selecting the right type of stone for the project, and provides diagrams of walling systems, including ashlar and rubble. Also includes case studies.