Construction Materials Reference Book 2nd Ed - David Doran - HBK - VGC

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Construction Materials Reference BookAuthor(s): David Doran, Bob Cather\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd\nISBN-13: 9780750663762, 978-0750663762\nSynopsis\nFully updated to reflect the latest materials and their applications, this second edition of the Construction Materials Reference Book remains the definitive reference source for professionals involved in the conception, design and specification stages of a construction project. The theory and practical aspects of each material are covered in detail, with an emphasis being placed on properties and appropriate use, enabling a deeper understanding of each material and greater confidence in their application.\n\nContaining 38 chapters written by subject specialists, a wide range of construction materials are covered, from traditional materials such as stone through masonry and steel to advanced plastics and composites.\n\nWith diagrams, reference tables, chemic.