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Timber Decay in Buildings Brian Ridout

Timber Decay in Buildings By Brian Ridout

Timber Decay in Buildings by Brian Ridout


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Summary

This is the first book to tackle all the issues relating to timber decay. It presents the facts and explores timber decay problems through case studies. These are illustrated with clear self- explanatory photographs.

Timber Decay in Buildings Summary

Timber Decay in Buildings: The Conservation Approach to Treatment by Brian Ridout

Jointly published in association with English Heritage and Historic Scotland

Book includes the latest findings from English Heritage research projects, and a European study completed 1998.

Illustrated with colour photographs for readers to use as a diagnostic aid

Covers dry rot, and deathwatch beetle

Recent cast studies presented

Fully up-to-date with current conservation thinking

Winner of the publication of the year 2000 award from the Assoication for Preservation Technology International

Timber Decay in Buildings Reviews

'I recommend the book to anyone who works with wood in buildngs, not just to those who work on their fabric. The book clearly covers everything that can cause decay in wood in this country and even extends warnings against what might do so if global warming increases!'-Conservation News


'This book is essential reading for anyone who works with historic buildings or who wishes to improve their knowledge and understanding of timber decay and its treatment.' - Journal of Architectural Conservation

'This book makes an important contribution towards the treatment of infested timber and provides an alternative approach to the problem....This publication need to be on the bookshelf for all involved in work to old buildings.' - Construction Books Direct'N August 2000

'I recommend the book to anyone who works with wood in buildngs, not just to those who work on their fabric. The book clearly covers everything that can cause decay in wood in this country and even extends warnings against what might do so if global warming increases!' - Conservation News

'I have no hesitation in recommending it as a very interesting read and a very useful reference work.' - Building Engineer

'Reading this meticulously researched and presented book provides the reader with a new-found confidence when confronted with timber decay in buildings. Without question, this is destined to become a key reference book for all those involved with historic buildings.' - SPAB News

About Brian Ridout

Brian Ridout

Table of Contents

Preface. Introduction. Part 1:What is Wood, and Why Does it decay? The Origins of Natural Durability. Factors Which Influence the Decay of Building Timbers. Insect Decay in Hardwoods and Softwoods. Fungal Decay in Softwoods. Fungal decay in hardwoods. The Control of Preservative Treatments. Pretreatments. Evolving a Philosophy for Preservative Treatments. Part 2:Understanding the Building Environment to Prevent or Restrict Decay. An Introduction to Decay Assessments. Temperature, Relative Humidity and Ventilation. Dampness in brickwork and Masonry. Drying Brickwork and Masonry and Incorporated Timbers. Moisture Content Monitoring. Fire damage. Part 3:The Holistic Approach to Decay. Case studies.

Additional information

GOR005577131
9780419188209
0419188207
Timber Decay in Buildings: The Conservation Approach to Treatment by Brian Ridout
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Historic Environment Scotland
19991125
256
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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