Plastering: An Encyclopaedia - Softcover

Stagg, W. D.; Pegg, Brian F.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 063205381X ISBN 13: 9780632053810

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, 1999

Synopsis

This highly regarded book provides a thorough introduction to the techniques of modern plastering, as well as coverage of obsolete practices for the purposes of restoration and conservation work.

With entries listed in alphabetical order for easy use, this book is essential for the apprentice plasterer. It also enables the more experienced plasterer to quickly locate information on finer points.

About this title

About the Author

W.D. Stagg was for many years lecturer in charge of plastering, and subsequently Head of the Department of Building Crafts at Hammersmith and West London College. He is a founder member of the Plasterers’ Craft Guild and a past chairman.

Brian F. Pegg taught plastering at Hammersmith and West London College and Succeeded Don Stagg as lecturer in charge of plastering, before working in industry and is a past chairman of the Plasterers’ Craft Guild.

From the Back Cover

This book provides a thorough introduction to the techniques of modern plastering and a comprehensive treatment of present day fibrous plasterwork .

It also inlcudes full technical details of solid work, and thorough coverage of obsolete practices for the purpose of conservation work. It features working drawings in isometric projection to present a three dimensional picture of specific jobs.

The third edition has been updated to take account of new materials, changes to British Standards, and the latest health and safety requirements.

It will serve as an excellent text for NVQ plastering students, whilst its encyclopaedic structure enables the experienced plasterer to select information quicky on finer points when faced with an unfamiliar task. Architects and surveyors will welcome it as as a guide to the scope of the craft and its materials, as a reference for conservation work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 063205381X
• ISBN 13: 9780632053810
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 295