Traditional cut nails - worth preserving?
Series: RICS Building Conservation Journal ; Winter 2002-2003, 16-17(2)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Summary: Outlines history of nails from the handmade ones dating from Roman times to machine-made which appeared from early 19th century onwards. Tips on how to identify different types of nails can help the restorer date and ensure that correct raw materials are used in the restoration of a building. Manufacturers such as Glasgow Steel Nail Co Ltd still produce traditional cut nails using the same process as used 200 years ago. Photographs.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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Outlines history of nails from the handmade ones dating from Roman times to machine-made which appeared from early 19th century onwards. Tips on how to identify different types of nails can help the restorer date and ensure that correct raw materials are used in the restoration of a building. Manufacturers such as Glasgow Steel Nail Co Ltd still produce traditional cut nails using the same process as used 200 years ago. Photographs.