Rudiments of the Art of Building: Including the General Principles of Construction, the Character, Strength, and Use of Materials, Preparation of Specifications and Estimates, Etc. Etc (Classic Reprin - Hardcover

Edward Dobson

9780266765707: Rudiments of the Art of Building: Including the General Principles of Construction, the Character, Strength, and Use of Materials, Preparation of Specifications and Estimates, Etc. Etc (Classic Reprin

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ISBN 10: 026676570X ISBN 13: 9780266765707

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Foundational guidance for Understanding and Building

This classic manual introduces the general principles of construction, the properties of materials, and the preparation of specifications and estimates. Revised to date and expanded with an extra section on an ideal dwelling, it blends practical how-to with essential theory for students, builders, and serious amateurs.

The book is organized to help you grasp both the big picture and the hands-on details. It covers foundations, walls, arches, floors, roofing, and water supply, then moves to timber, masonry, concrete, metals, and other building materials. Practical guidance on working drawings, specifications, and contracts helps you plan and manage construction projects with confidence. An additional chapter on designing an ideal dwelling adds a forward-looking perspective.
What you’ll experience

A clear overview of the main elements of building construction and how they fit together.
Guidance on choosing materials, assessing strength, and applying practical techniques.
Step-by-step insight into drawings, specifications, and cost estimation for projects.
An added section that explores concepts for an optimally designed home.

Ideal for readers of architectural basics, civil engineering foundations, and anyone planning or studying residential or small-scale construction. This edition aligns traditional methods with contemporary practice through updated content and a fresh perspective on the dwelling of the future.

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