Notes on Building Construction, Vol. 1: Arranged to Meet the Requirements of the Syllabus of the Science Art Department of the Committee of Council on Education, South Kensington (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry Fidler

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484838512 ISBN 13: 9780484838511

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Master the practical craft of building construction with step-by-step detail and clear drawings.

This reference, Notes on Building Construction, Vol. 1, lays out the core techniques and vocabulary used by students and practitioners alike, from brickwork bonds to roof framing and floor joints.

This edition presents the essential methods and terminology used in elementary and advanced courses, with worked examples and descriptive notes to help you apply the concepts in real projects. It emphasizes hands-on skills, precise drawing, and the connections between materials, structure, and finishing work.

• Study bond patterns, wall connections, arches, and the practical layout of openings to build solid masonry.
• Learn to plan and draw timber and iron roofs, floors, doors, and window frames to scale.
• Explore joint types, nails, lead work, and floor constructions including various joint styles and finishes.
• Gain insight into materials, testing, and the theory behind safe, durable building design.

Ideal for readers of building construction basics and professionals seeking a solid reference for common practices and terminology.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484838512
• ISBN 13: 9780484838511
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 324