Structure and fabric. Part 1 /
Jack Stroud Foster.
- 6th ed.
- Harlow : Longman, 2000.
- vii, 237p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
- Mitchell's building series .
- Mitchell's building series .
1.The nature of buildings and building -- 2.The production of buildings -- 3.Structural behaviour -- 4.Foundations -- 5.Walls and piers -- 6.Framed structures -- 7.Roof structures -- 8.Floor structures -- 9.Fireplaces, flues and chimneys -- 10.Stairs -- 11.Temporary works.
This book provides a complete and thorough treatment of the principles and techniques used in the construction of a building. It covers foundations, walls and piers, roof and floor structures, chimneys, stairs and much more.