Building Construction, Vol. 1 of 6 : Showing the Employment of Timber, Lead, and Iron Work, in the of Buildings (Classic Reprint)

R. Scott Burn

ISBN 10: 0265888905 / ISBN 13: 9780265888902

Published by Forgotten Books Jul 2018, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Building Construction, Vol. 1 of 6 : Showing the Employment of Timber, Lead, and Iron Work, in the of Buildings (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books Jul 2018
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265888905
• ISBN 13: 9780265888902
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 229W x 152H x 16D millimeters 229 millimeters width by 152 millimeters height by 16 millimeters depth
• Weight: 741 grams

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Synopsis

Master the art of practical building with timber, lead, and iron work.

This guide compiles essential techniques and measurements used in real-world construction, from framing and joints to heavy materials like cast iron and wrought iron. Rich with diagrams and practical notes, it helps you understand how to plan, calculate, and execute sturdy structures.

The book offers clear instruction on the full range of topics involved in building construction. It covers how different materials behave under load, how to proportion bolts, nuts, and rivets, and how to apply joinery and framing techniques to floors, roofs, and walls. You’ll also find detailed discussions of cast-iron columns, iron roofing, and the integration of iron and timber in mixed work, all grounded in practical rules and formulae.

• Step-by-step guidance on joints, framing, and beam details with real-world diagrams
• Proportions and rules for bolts, nuts, rivets, and iron fittings
• Design notes on cast-iron and wrought-iron elements, including columns and roofs
• Joints and joinery techniques for planes, partitions, and floors

Ideal for readers engaged in building design, carpentry, and structural work, this edition supports both study and hands-on practice.