Roof construction and loft conversion

Mindham, C.N.

Roof construction and loft conversion - 4th ed. - Oxford Blackwell Publishing 2006 - viii, 246p. illus. 25cm.

The development of the pitched roof -- Roof shapes and terminology -- The traditional or cut roof -- Attic construction using modern engineered timber components -- Bolted trussed roof construction -- The construction of trussed rafter roofs -- Truss plate systems -- Roof construction detailing -- Loft conversions -- Obligations - visual impact on your home -- The conversion -- Solutions

Deals with a variety of roof types and structural types. Includes a section on attic to loft conversions, giving guidance on planning procedures, standards, and the use of beams and roof casettes.

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