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Examines the evolution of modern central heating. It describes early heating and hot water systems of the early 20th century and goes on to explain the principles of modern wet systems. It includes footage...
Describes and compares the construction of new and old roofs. The first concentrates on the components in a simple traditional roof and subsequently explains more complex structures using trusses and...
This film provides a brief introduction to the evolution of UK housing over the last three hundred years. It replaces an earlier film ‘A Brief History of Housing’, which has now been discontinued. Using...
In Britain clay bricks are a significant building material. We enjoy a remarkably rich choice, reflecting not only the variety of the different clays, but also the diversity of manufacturing methods. This...
This film describes the use of limestone as a building material. It also explores its failure, repair and conservation. Topicscovered include: Geology; Quarrying; Carving and Dressing; Laying; Defects;...
Describes the evolution of materials used to cover pitched roofs and explains current practice for both single and double lap coverings. Covers materials - thatch, natural slate, stone slate, plain tiles,...
Describes the various forms of upper floor structure that are likely to be found in both existing and new housing. Explains the evolution of modern practice and highlights precautions necessary to prevent...
Examines modern timber framed housing. Covers details of framing methods, claddings, vapour checks, insulation and linings. A series of simple graphics help to explain some of the more complex details. It...
Traces the development of flat roofs and identifies the principles and practice of modern construction. Extensive site footage follows the construction of several different types of flat roof and simple...
Discusses the construction and design of Gothic Medieval Cathedrals. Most of our Cathedrals and Abbey Churches were built during the Middle Ages. In the years following the Norman Conquest a huge rebuilding...
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