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Maintenance of Historic Buildings: A Practical Handbook book cover

1st Edition

Maintenance of Historic Buildings: A Practical Handbook

By Jurgen Klemisch Copyright 2011
220 Pages
by Routledge

Maintenance helps to preserve the significance of a historic building, retaining both the structural integrity of the building fabric and its appearance. Maintenance can extend a building's life, reduce or remove the need for repairs and ultimately offers a sustainable approach to the conservation of our heritage. It is therefore recognized by conservation professionals as one of the most... Read more

Preface; Introduction; Aims; Summary; Collection of background data; Fundamentals; Notes on contractor questionnaire; Architect's cover sheet; Contractor details; Contractor questionnaire; Recommendations; Review of background data; Building Maintenance Logbook, Part 1: User Maintenance Instructions; Introduction; Preparation of work cards; Part 1 of work card: definition of work location; Part 2 of work card: task descriptions; Work card template; Structure and contents of User Maintenance Instructions; Flooring; Stairs; Windows and glazing; Doors; Tiling to sanitary areas; Sanitary appliances; Electrical installations; Heating system, heat emitters; Special elements; Fixtures and fittings; Drainage; Water, waste water; Access covers; Ventilation; Internal walls, ceilings; External walls, facades; Roof; External works; Servicing contracts; Work inspection cards; Data collection/work card catalogue; Building Maintenance Logbook, Part 2: Condition Survey spreadsheet model; Introduction; Structure of Building Maintenance Logbook, Part 2; Contents and page numbering; Survey intervals; Preparation of Condition Survey; Preliminary investigations; Analysis of preliminary investigations and specification of participants and date for Condition Survey; Condition Survey; Facades; Roof plan; Attic/loft and structural system; Floor plans; Basement, structural waterproofing; Stairs; Special elements; Building services plant and installations; External works; Follow-up to Condition Survey; Example of User Maintenance Instructions; Example of Condition Survey spreadsheets; Schloss Reichenow.

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Jurgen Klemisch

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