Building Construction V1

Building Construction V1: Showing The Employment Of Timber, Lead And Iron Work In The Practical Construction Of Buildings (1877) is a comprehensive guidebook written by Robert Scott Burn. The book covers the use of timber, lead, and iron in building construction and provides practical advice on their employment. The author discusses the various types of timber used in construction, their properties, and the methods of working with them. He also provides detailed information on the use of lead in roofing and plumbing, including the different types of lead and their applications. The book also covers the use of iron in construction, including the different types of ironwork used and their applications. The author provides detailed instructions on the practical aspects of building construction, including the preparation of foundations, the construction of walls and roofs, and the installation of doors and windows. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and drawings, making it an invaluable resource for builders, architects, and anyone interested in the practical aspects of building construction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.