Glass in Building

Glass in Building

Author: Bernhard Weller

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2012-12-10

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 303461571X

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"Glass in Building" opens up a whole range of fascinating design possibilities for the planning architect. Glass has long served as a translucent room closing element, but its range of possible uses is actually much wider. It not only offers protection against the external world, for example, noise or fire; despite its apparent fragility, it can even take on load-bearing functions in supporting structures. In combination with various different finishing methods, materials, and coatings, it also satisfies exacting structural-physical standards. "Glass in Building" offers a clear, compact, and illustrated overview of the material-appropriate use of this varied and versatile material in building construction and provides information that goes far beyond the basics on designing with glass and producing and using specialized glass products, as well as on the building and planning regulations that must be taken into account when constructing with glass. A selection of exemplary realized projects rounds out the theoretical section. Das Bauen mit Glas eröffnet dem planenden Architekten faszinierende gestalterische Möglichkeiten. Schon lange dient es als lichtdurchlässiger Raumabschluss, ist aber weitaus vielfältiger einsetzbar: Glas bietet nicht nur Schutz vor der Aussenwelt, etwa gegen Lärm oder Feuer, sondern kann trotz seiner vermeintlichen Zerbrechlichkeit sogar lastabtragende Funktionen innerhalb eines Tragwerks übernehmen. In Kombination mit verschiedenen Veredelungsmethoden, Materialien und Beschichtungen erfüllt es auch hohe bauphysikalische Anforderungen. „Detail Practice: Konstruktiver Glasbau" liefert einen kompakten, anschaulichen Überblick über den materialgerechten Einsatz dieses facettenreichen Baustoffs in der Baukonstruktion und vermittelt weit über die Grundlagen hinausreichende Informationen zum Entwerfen mit Glas, zur Herstellung und Anwendung spezieller Glasprodukte sowie zu den baurechtlichen Regelungen, die im Glasbau zu berücksichtigen sind. Eine Auswahl beispielhafter realisierter Projekte rundet den theoretischen Teil ab.


Practical Building Conservation

Practical Building Conservation

Author:

Publisher: Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 508

ISBN-13: 9780754645573

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Glass and Glazing looks at the conservation of one of the most important building materials, and its use in windows, roofing and walling. It considers the technological evolution of glass and glazing systems, the processes causing deterioration, and the practical application and long-term implications of common conservation materials and methods, as well as of alterations to improve performance.


Windows

Windows

Author: Michael Tutton

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-06-11

Total Pages: 481

ISBN-13: 1317742702

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This is the first and only reference volume covering the subject of windows in depth - no other book offers this wealth of practical detail. It is highly accessible, written for both the professional and interested layperson Written by a team of 15 experts - surveyors, structural engineers, craftsmen and conservators describing their own approaches to specific materials, problems and designs. It includes over 400 illustrations in colour and black and white, from a wide range of sources, including historic drawings, paintings, pattern books, textbooks, manufacturers' catalogues and contemporary and archive photographs. It is an invaluable asset for everyone involved with windows on a daily basis, combining the knowledge of leading historians and experts in the field of window conservation. The window is a familiar yet surprisingly complex feature, with a rich history that has not, up until now, been explored in any great depth. This encyclopaedic work is both a fascinating exploration of the history and development of the window, and a practical hands-on guide to their care and preservation. Part 1 covers the history of the window including the development in glass technology. It also provides an illustrated glossary of window types. Part 2 reviews the changes in policy and legislation and discusses structural issues, decay mechanisms and the current stringent performance standards and how they affect historic windows. Part 3 focuses on the materials used in the construction of windows and the craft of leaded glazing. It details the appropriate techniques for repair and conservation. Windows is fully illustrated in both colour and mono to include over 400 high quality illustrations.


Old Windows Made Easy

Old Windows Made Easy

Author: Scott Sidler

Publisher:

Published: 2014-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781505631425

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Old Windows Made Easy is the book for anyone who wants to learn the art of window restoration. This is NOT some technical manual that covers a bunch of obscure facts and techniques that only professional preservationists will find useful. Is is NOT a comprehensive explanation of the history and function of wood windows.This book is a simple, straightforward approach that will allow anyone with minimal DIY skills to successfully restore their wood windows with professional looking results. It is the only step-by-step guide on old windows that walks you through the restoration and repair process from beginning to end.You'll learn:- Proper order of operations- Window anatomy- How to easily remove and reinstall window sash- The best way to strip old paint and finish- How to putty glaze like a pro- How to complete simple epoxy repairs- The best way to paint a window


Working Windows

Working Windows

Author: Terry Meany

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2008-04-15

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13: 0762765763

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This definitive book covers the operation, care, repair, and restoration of all kinds of wood windows, along with chapters on weather-stripping, repainting, and refinishing.


Fixing Broken Windows

Fixing Broken Windows

Author: George L. Kelling

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 0684837382

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Cites successful examples of community-based policing.


390 Traditional Stained Glass Designs

390 Traditional Stained Glass Designs

Author: Hywel G. Harris

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1996-01-01

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780486289649

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Finely rendered line drawings, based on photographs of authentic Victorian and Edwardian era designs, depict lovely floral and foliate motifs, a remarkable array of geometrics, transitional designs showing Art Nouveau influence, and much more — all in a wide range of sizes and shapes.


Musings of an Energy Nerd

Musings of an Energy Nerd

Author: Martin Holladay

Publisher:

Published: 2016-01-05

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 9781631862564

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In this fascinating collection of postings from his popular “Musings of an Energy Nerd” blog, Green Building Advisor's Martin Holladay cuts through the hype and myths about energy efficiency, sustainability, and green building to present the very best ways to make your home more energy efficient. Martin Holladay has been making weekly postings to his “Musings of an Energy Nerd” blog on Green Building Advisor since January 2009. Along the way, he has gathered a devoted following of “energy nerds” who await his weekly musings with rapt anticipation. For the first time, the 50 most popular postings have been assembled in book form to give homeowners a great opportunity to live a more energy-efficient life in their homes. The book begins with an overview of energy priorities, and a discussion of what we mean by terms likegreen and sustainable. Martin presents several options for energy upgrades for an existing house (from replacing windows to adding superinsulation) before looking at ways to improve the energy efficiency of a new house. Separate chapters follow on HVAC, domestic hot water, appliances, and renewable energy, before the book wraps up with an eye-opening chapter on useless products, scams, and myths (including Martin's list of “Stupid Energy-Saving Tips”).


The Window Cleaning Blueprint

The Window Cleaning Blueprint

Author: Keith Kalfas

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016-07-10

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 9781530874446

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How to Make $500 a Day Cleaning Windows. This Book will completely transform your life. World Class information packaged in easy to understand digestible bits. This book teaches how window cleaning is rooted in the perception of luxury and not necessity. When you learn how to communicate yourself as a luxury service. You can literally quadruple your income and make more than $500 a Day Cleaning Windows. With NO Startup Money.