Structural Survey: Volume 9 Issue 4
Table of contents
Pre‐coated metal cladding – evaluating failures
David M. HowellOutlines the history of pre‐coated metal cladding, its use and thecauses of failure. Discusses the process of manufacturing and the typesof coating available. Examines the causes…
Finishing off – using limewash and distemper in old buildings
Jane SchofieldDiscusses the identification, treatment and application of theright finishes to early buildings, with particular emphasis onlime‐based materials. Examines the role of lime in…
Movements in masonry buildings
A.W. HendryOutlines the most common causes of movements in masonry buildings,how they should be avoided by design measures and, if cracking hasoccurred, how the cause may be identified…
Alderham farmhouse – the dismantling and re‐erection of a timber frame
Peter RossDescribes the process of dismantling and re‐erecting Alderhamfarmhouse, a timber frame Grade II listed building.
Estate improvement – strategies for success
Hilary DaviesSummarizes the currently available strategies for success incarrying out improvements in the state of housing estates. Discusses thesymptoms of the degeneration and outlines the…
The ecowall timber frame system
Geoff PittsDescribes the development, application and benefits of ecowall, anevolutionary but innovative concept in timber frame walling designed bythe Timber Research and Development…
Penthouse conversion in London′s West End
R.A. ShutlerDescribes the conversion of the roof space of Bickenhall Mansionsin London W1 into 15 double height penthouses, coupled with an extrarenovation of the building and internal…