Understanding the Edwardian and Inter-War House a historical, architectural and practical guide

Johnson, Alan

Understanding the Edwardian and Inter-War House a historical, architectural and practical guide - Wiltshire Crowded Press 2006 - i, 224p. ill. 26cm.

Historical background 1870-1939 -- Edwardian and inter-war house types and estate development -- foundations, basements and ground floors -- External walls -- Roofs -- Upper Floors, Internal walls and staircases -- Windows and glazing -- Services and fittings -- Outside the house -- Restoration of modern movement dwellings: the particular problems -- Care of edwardian and inter-war houses, alterations and improvements

Provides description and analysis of the constructional characteristics of the houses built in the first four decades of the twentieth century. Acts as a guide to the authentic restoration, maintenance, renovation and improvement of such properties.

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