Architectural Conservation and Building Conservation

First published in 1927, this volume provides a classification of lime and a review of its various uses in building construction and repair. This facsimile edition contains methods, terminology and practices detailed by Cowper which are still valid today...

A practical, hands-on guide to the maintenance of historic buildings. Based on many years of experience, this book provides invaluable aid to best practice maintenance, presented using a straightforward logical format...

This book examines key themes for the management of historic urban centres within a representative sample of centres in different European countries. The twelve historic centres that have been chosen are spread throughout Europe...

Burn wrote this book in 1871 at a time of great developments in science and industry, and when materials for building were constantly being improved. It offers coverage of traditional materials such as brick and pise, but also examines the developments in the use of cement for wall coverings...

A guide to measured building surveys with special emphasis on recording the fabric of historic buildings. It includes chapters that deal with modern survey practice using instruments and photographic techniques, and that examine recording methods as used on a specific project case study undertaken b..

Provides a guide to modern practical masonry, based on drawings. Organized in three sections, this work includes chapters on construction details; methods of working particular structural shapes; both basic and advanced geometry and setting-out...

Presents L J Vicat's classification, which enables the best possible use to be made of any lime, particularly for hydraulic works. This title is of interest to conservation professionals and construction historians. It is also suitable for those involved in the use of lime in buildings...

Helps owners, builders and construction professionals make the decisions that are right for old buildings. This book illustrates the long term benefits of using more traditional solutions on older houses rather than modern materials like cement based mortars, sealants or impervious paints...

First Published in 2009. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company...

This book will guide the planner, developer, architect or conservationist through the UK heritage legislation, explaining the policy and procedures which govern the protection of historic buildings...

Offers practical instruction on the tried and tested methods of plastering. This title includes useful drawings of the different features, including the tools, running moulds and geometry for setting out. It is suitable for conservation practitioners...

A reproduction of the 1927 edition...