This practical guide to the assessment and repair of historic buildings is invaluable for structural engineers; architects; surveyors and builders working in all aspects of building conservation. Taking a practical step-by-step approach; the authors discuss the appraisal of buildings and the differences in structural behaviour between new and existing structures. Each stage in the appraisal is explained; using examples from the authors own work. Each major construction material is assessed in detail; with separate sections on masonry; concrete; timber and the particularly complex issues of iron and steel framed buildings. Techniques for testing the ability of a building to continue its existing use or to be converted to a new use are explained.
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