The Ecology of Building Materials 2ED (P)

    The Ecology of Building Materials explores key questions surrounding sustainability of building materials. It provides technical data to enable disign and building professionals to choose the most appropriate materials for a project : those that are least polluting, most energy efficient, and from sustainable sources, The book also gives information and guidance on a wide range of issues such as recycling, detailing for increased durability and Life Cycle Analysis.

    Berge's book, translated by Chris Butters and Filip Henley, offers safe and environmentally friendly material options. It provides an assential and easy-to-use reference guide to this complex subject for the building industry professional.

New to this edition:

- Thorough exploration of building materials in relation to climate change issues
- Extensive updating of basic data, as well as the introduction of a wide ranges of new materials
- Methods for recycling and reuse of materials
- More information on the interaction between materials and the indoor environment, ventilation and energy use
- Full colour text and user-friendly format

Part 1 : Environmental profiles and criteria for assessment
- Resources
- Pollution
- Local production and the human ecological aspect
- The chemical and physical properties of building materials
etc.

Part 2 : Raw materials and basic materials
- Water and air
- Minerals
- Stone
- Soil materials
etc.

Part 3 : Building materials
- Structural materials
- Climatic materials
- Surface materials
- Windows, doors and stairs
etc.