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Paperback. Building with Cob shows how to apply this ancient technique in a wide variety of contemporary situations, covering everything from design and siting, mixing, building walls, fireplaces, ovens and floors, lime and other natural finishes, and gaining planning permission and building regulation approval. Series: Sustainable Building. Num Pages: 256 pages, 360 photos and 65 diagrams. BIC Classification: AMC; RNC; TNK; TNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 198 x 23. Weight in Grams: 886.
Publisher
Green Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9781903998724
ISBN
9781903998724
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 26.96

Paperback. This little book is big on answers Whether you're an apprentice in the piping trades or a seasoned tradesperson, you'll find this completely revised and updated guide has answers to the questions you'll encounter on the job. Series: Audel Technical Trades Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, charts, photographs, diagrams, glossary. BIC Classification: TGXW; TNK; TNTP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 156 x 128 x 17. Weight in Grams: 202.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
2Rev Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764542053
ISBN
9780764542053
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.46

Paperback. Typical architectural concepts have changed in recent years and buildings have been designed that respond to the climate conditions of their environment, thereby using only a reduced amount of energy without compromising on comfort. The volume presents the major principles of daylight and artificial lighting design. Editor(s): Bielefeld, Bert. Series: Basics. Num Pages: 80 pages, 90 black & white illustrations, 90 schw.-w. Abb. BIC Classification: AMA; AMC; AMD; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 220 x 155. .
Publisher
Birkhauser
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9783035609301
ISBN
9783035609301
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.31

Paperback. Miles Glendinning's book authoritatively presents the entire history of architectural conservation, and traces its dramatic fluctuations in ideas and popularity, ending by questioning whether its recent international ascendancy can last indefinitely. Num Pages: 544 pages, 220 black & white halftones, 30 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: AM; TNKX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 190 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1156.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
544
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415543224
ISBN
9780415543224
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 81.89

Paperback. Home heating that's safe, clean, efficient, and uses 70 to 90 percent less fuel than a typical woodstove Num Pages: 288 pages, 20 color illustrations, 175 B&W photos, 75 B&W illustrations. BIC Classification: TNKH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 255 x 20. Weight in Grams: 690.
Publisher
New Society Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780865718234
ISBN
9780865718234
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 35.91

Paperback. "Traditional Building Materials". Series: Shire Library. Num Pages: 104 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: AMC; AMX; TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 159 x 212 x 7. Weight in Grams: 232.
Publisher
Shire Publications England
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780747808404
ISBN
9780747808404
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.39

paperback. The practical book compares the increasingly popular NEC family of contracts with other construction industry standard forms. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; LNCQ; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 242.
Publisher
ICE Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780727757654
ISBN
9780727757654
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.14

Paperback. Num Pages: 456 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 190 x 24. Weight in Grams: 868.
Publisher
Pearson Education (US) United States
Number of pages
456
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
7th Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780132239646
ISBN
9780132239646
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 105.90

Paperback. This new edition of the leading introduction to the science of fire phenomena is complete with the latest research, data and additional problems. It is unique in its identification of fire science and fire dynamics as well as scientific background necessary for the development of fire safety engineering as a professional discipline. Num Pages: 574 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNRW; TG; TNKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 169 x 29. Weight in Grams: 850.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
574
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
3rd ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470319031
ISBN
9780470319031
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 77.43

Paperback. Building and architecture has developed a language of its own, with terms and jargon that can confuse an expert let alone an outsider. Using visual communication to convey information, this book illustrates each stage of the building and design process. Each hand-drawn illustration is labelled with the relevant technical terms. Num Pages: 252 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK; TNTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 128 x 186 x 15. Weight in Grams: 278.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750680158
ISBN
9780750680158
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.90

Paperback. Includes a directory of useful contacts, Web sites, and organisations to get you started Everything you need to know to build your ideal home Why compromise when you can get the home you've always dreamed of? Self-Build and Renovation For Dummies is the comprehensive guide that shows you how. Num Pages: 390 pages, ill. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 187 x 22. Weight in Grams: 702.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Number of pages
390
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470025864
ISBN
9780470025864
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.44

Hardback. 'Drawing on his long and practical experience [the author gives] guidance which only the foolhardy would reject without good reason for doing so. With this manual beside him, many an arbitrator will, I feel sure, sleep the sounder. ' - The Rt Hon The Lord Bingham of Cornhill. Num Pages: 264 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 256 x 184 x 22. Weight in Grams: 692.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
264
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405130639
ISBN
9781405130639
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.27

Paperback. Earlier ed.: Acoustics and noise control / B. J. Smith, R. J. Peters, Stephanie Owen. 1982. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 245 x 186 x 22. Weight in Grams: 728.
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780273724681
ISBN
9780273724681
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 100.60

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Whittles Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781904445302
ISBN
9781904445302
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 100.65
€ 63.40

Paperback. This book was previously published under the title Using Natural Finishes. Clay and Lime Renders, Plasters and Paints is an in-depth guide to the selection, mixing and application of lime and clay based plasters, renders, paints and washes. Series: Sustainable Building. Num Pages: 264 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNC; TNK; WKDM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 205 x 20. Weight in Grams: 930.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Second Edition, Second edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857842695
ISBN
9780857842695
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 27.15

Paperback. The first European edition of Francis DK Ching s classic visual guide to the basics of building construction. For nearly four decades, the US publication Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. Num Pages: 472 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; AM; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 276 x 218 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1162.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
472
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781119953173
ISBN
9781119953173
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 48.17

Hardcover. This respected Handbook has earned its reputation as the authoritative source of information on bitumens used in road pavements and other surfacing applications. This new edition has been up-dated to ensure The Shell Bitumen Handbook retains its excellent reputation. Editor(s): Hunter, R. N. Num Pages: 504 pages. BIC Classification: TNH; TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 159 x 49. Weight in Grams: 1848.
Publisher
ICE Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
6th
Condition
New
SKU
V9780727758378
ISBN
9780727758378
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 184.15

Paperback. Christopher Day draws on his extensive experience to explain the key principles of eco-home design, focussing on natural methods rather than expensive technology. Series: Sustainable Building. Num Pages: 256 pages, 75 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AMC; TNK; TNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 255 x 31. Weight in Grams: 834.
Publisher
Green Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857843050
ISBN
9780857843050
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 26.96

Hardback. .
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Number of pages
123
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319424255
ISBN
9783319424255
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 213.13
€ 74.05

Paperback. Provides a concise guide to the installation and design of principal services in domestic and commercial buildings. This book covers the level 2 module of The CIOB's Education Framework and is officially sanctioned by the CIOB as the recognised book for that module. Series: Chartered Institute of Building. Num Pages: 328 pages, illustrations, tables, charts. BIC Classification: TNCB; TNK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 247 x 188 x 20. Weight in Grams: 556.
Publisher
Longman
Number of pages
328
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780582279414
ISBN
9780582279414
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 93.89

Paperback. Num Pages: 392 pages, 180 black & white illustrations, 10 black & white tables. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 190 x 246 x 18. Weight in Grams: 840.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
392
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415692595
ISBN
9780415692595
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.77

Paperback. Full of detailed construction drawings, this book covers cut roofs, bolted truss roofs, trussed rafter roofs, trimmed openings and ventilation. A major section deals with loft to attic room conversions, giving guidance on planning procedures, as well as dealing with structural matters and specifying conversion work. Num Pages: 256 pages, 182 illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 192 x 16. Weight in Grams: 624.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
4th Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405139632
ISBN
9781405139632
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 86.25

Paperback. Fully-updated to feature all the latest issues and techniques in construction; Construction Technology 5th edition is the definitive, reliable and comprehensive handbook for students. Series: Construction Technology. Num Pages: 640 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 175 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1168.
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
640
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
5th edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780435046828
ISBN
9780435046828
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 87.85

Hardback. This volume, Conservation Basics, examines the evolving theories and principles that underpin building conservation in England in the 21st century, and looks at their application in practice. The process of conservation planning for the maintenance and repair of historic buildings and places is described in detail. Series: Practical Building Conservation. Num Pages: 384 pages, Includes 261 colour and 30 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: TNKX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 245 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1448.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
384
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780754645511
ISBN
9780754645511
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 173.30

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