Seger's Collected Works: Being a Reprint of the Articles Already Published in Brick and Chosen as Being Specially Helpful to the Clayworkers of the United States (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Hermann August Seger

9780332093468: Seger's Collected Works: Being a Reprint of the Articles Already Published in Brick and Chosen as Being Specially Helpful to the Clayworkers of the United States (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0332093468 ISBN 13: 9780332093468

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

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Unlock the science behind bricks and clay art

This book compiles practical writings on clay, its origins, and how people turn it into brick, tile, and pottery through careful firing and shaping.

From the origin of clays to the fiery processes that shape them, you’ll learn how composition, moisture, and heat interact. The material explains why density, porosity, and shrinkage matter, and how different clays behave under diverse firing conditions. It also covers factors that influence color, durability, and the performance of clay products in real-world use.

Learn how weathering and mineral composition influence clay properties
Understand the role of moisture, steam, and gas in firing and drying
See how porosity and density affect shrinkage and molding quality
Explore practical considerations for choosing clays for clinkers and paving bricks

Ideal for readers of clay science, brick production, and materials engineering who want grounded, practical insight into clay behavior and firing.

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