audiobook Historic Building Façades: The Manual for Maintenance and Rehabilitation by New York Landmarks Conservancy in Arts-Photography

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Comprehensive; in-depth coverage from leading experts in the field A historic building is a fragile resource that requires the finest care. Maintenance and rehabilitation of walls and facades call for a thorough understanding of the forces that cause deterioration; knowledge of the properties of building materials; up-to-date inspection tools and methods; and a solid command of renovation and repair techniques. In this complete reference manual; recognized experts provide state-of-the-art information and methodologies for the inspection; maintenance; and restoration of historic buildings of virtually every period; style; and material. Each chapter opens with a general discussion of the facade material and the ways in which structural and decorative elements are vulnerable to an array of environmental forces. After a detailed investigation of tools and techniques for inspection; the text explores planning issues for the restoration or replacement of facade components. Special features include: * Separate chapters on each major type of building material--stone masonry; brick masonry; terra-cotta masonry; cast stone; mortar; concrete; cast iron; sheet metal; and wood * An entire chapter on caulks and sealants * 35 original line drawings and 43 black and white photos that help visualize technical information * Selected success stories from preservation projects across the United States For architects; building contractors; and owners of historic buildings; Historic Building Facades clarifies procedures; helps identify sources of deterioration; and offers solutions to even the most difficult maintenance and rehabilitation problems. It is also an excellent reference for building preservationists; architectural historians; and students of building design and preservation.