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Penguin Dictionary of Building

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Penguin SeriesISBN:
  • 014051239X
DDC classification:
  • 690.03 SCO
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Item type Current library Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Reference Clonmel Library Reference 690.03 MAC (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Library Use Only R10147KRCC
Reference Thurles Library Reference 690.03 MAC (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Library Use Only R08198KRCT

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Do you need to know your lime putty from your lime plaster ? Want to improve your flatness tolerance ? Stuck with an incomprehensible DIY manual? The Penguin Dictionary of Building is your answer. Ably steering you through the confusing maze of jargon and technical terms, this ever-popular text has sold over 150,000 copies and is invaluable for anyone interested in construction- students, professional architects, bricklayers, carpenters, glaziers, plasterers, plumbers or DIY enthusiasts. From abrasives to Z-purlin via the murder clause , this clear and comprehensive dictionary provides succinct and accurate explanations of the techniques, equipment and issues of the building world.

Author notes provided by Syndetics

John S. Scott worked as a chartered structural and mining engineer, and as a certified colliery manager. He died in 1997. James H. MacLean has ten years' site experience, lastly as site manager for Costain Construction in London. He has also translated building terms for two French-English dictionaries. He now lives in Tasmania.

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