Appraisal and Repair of Timber Structures and Cladding

by Peter Ross

Appraisal and Repair of Timber Structures, Second edition is a comprehensive and fully updated guide focusing on the appraisal and repair of timber structures with reference to Eurocode 5. Written by two leading experts in the field of timber engineering, this book includes advice on construction forms from medieval times to the present day. This unique approach ensures that all the periods of timber construction are covered, with specifications, analytical advice and worked examples all in accordance with current best practice. This book is now fully in line with Eurocode 5 replacing the British Standards and Codes of Consideration that the first edition covered. New content focuses on computer analysis of structures, replacing hand-drawn analysis. It includes new material on preservatives, green oak, new board materials and fasteners, weathering and large timber structures. Appraisal and Repair of Timber Structures, Second edition appeals to structural and conservation engineers, designers and architects working in the field of timber structures, both ancient and modern.

320 pages, Paperback

First published April 25, 2002