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001			L158687
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008			150618n2012 000 0 eng u
020			_a9780857330710
035			_a(Sirsi) u158687
041	0		_aeng
050	0	4	_aF690.241 $2 18
100	1		_aRock, Ian Alistair
245	0	4	_aPeriod property manual _bCare and repair of old houses
260			_aSparkford _bHaynes Publishing _c2012
300			_a242p _bill, diagrams _c28cm
520			_aProvides expert advice on the care and maintenance of period properties built between 1300 and early 1900. Explains how old buildings work, outlines common-sense solutions to damp and timber problems, looks at how to repair and upgrade old houses using traditional methods and materials and choosing suitable professionals to carry out type of work required. Considers the problems of managing restoration and conservation work for listed buildings and properties in conservation areas. Step-by-step photo features show essential repair skills and key tasks required. Focuses on home improvements, roofs and rainwater fittings, walls, lime, timber-framed buildings, structural movements, timber decay and beetle infestation, fireplaces, flues and chimneys, ceilings, internal walls and joinery, floors, windows, doors and external joinery, decorations and finishes and services.
651		4	_aUnited Kingdom _y
690			_aConservation and restoration
690			_aBuilding materials and defects
690			_aResidential property _96266
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999			_c115456 _d115456