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Appraisal and repair of timber structures

By: Language: eng. Publication details: London Thomas Telford 2002Description: v,244p. 26cmISBN:
  • 0727720511
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 694.0288
Summary: Addresses the varied potential problems that can occur in all types of timber construction, from fungal and insect attack, through degradation of joints, frame instability, and structural inadequacy to accidental damage. Also describes the techniques of visual inspection, investigative techniques and structural appraisal. Remedial and repair methods are described in detail, and all points raised are illustrated by case studies.

Addresses the varied potential problems that can occur in all types of timber construction, from fungal and insect attack, through degradation of joints, frame instability, and structural inadequacy to accidental damage. Also describes the techniques of visual inspection, investigative techniques and structural appraisal. Remedial and repair methods are described in detail, and all points raised are illustrated by case studies.