Image from Google Jackets

Windows history, repair and conservation

Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: Shaftesbury Donhead 2007Description: ix, 470p. ill. 26cmISBN:
  • 9781873394854
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 721.8 $2 22
Partial contents:
History and development -- Policy -- Materials, repair and conservation
Summary: Examines the history of the window, including progress in glass technology. Presents an illustrated glossary of window types. Reviews relevant policy and legislation, discussing structural issues, decay mechanisms and current performance standards. Examines how these affect historic windows. Focuses on materials used in window construction, including leaded glazing. Covers techniques for repair and conservation.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Copy number Status Barcode
Book London Books 721.8 PEA (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 30072533

History and development -- Policy -- Materials, repair and conservation

Examines the history of the window, including progress in glass technology. Presents an illustrated glossary of window types. Reviews relevant policy and legislation, discussing structural issues, decay mechanisms and current performance standards. Examines how these affect historic windows. Focuses on materials used in window construction, including leaded glazing. Covers techniques for repair and conservation.

Previous
Back to results
Next
Close