Ground Floors

Synopsis: Describes the various forms of ground floor structure which are likely to be found in both existing and new housing. It explains the evolution of modern practice and materials and shows modern floors in the process of construction. The film introduces those criteria which affect floor selection and highlights some of the factors which can lead to premature floor failure. Topics include: Raised timber floors; Ground bearing slab; Hardcore; Membrane; Pre-cast concrete floors; Floor finishes; Insulation.
Series: House Construction, Series
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of production: 1996
Documentation: Workbook available separately in printed or pdf format
Uses: Students of the built environment.
Subjects: Civil Engineering & Building
Keywords: construction engineering; construction materials; domestic architecture; floors; houses; building

Name: University of the West of England, The Video Project
Contact: Duncan Marshall or Steve Brown
Email: Steve.Brown@uwe.ac.uk
Web: http://environment.uwe.ac.uk/video/index.htm External site opens in new window
Phone: 0117 328 3008
Address: Faculty of Environment & Technology
Coldharbour Lane
Frenchay Campus
Bristol
BS16 1QY
Notes: A continuing series of video productions on domestic building construction and another on building history and conservation. Sale on DVD or as Windows Media, Quicktime or Flash files.

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