Concrete

Building Pathology

Macdonald, Susan (Editor)

1. Edition November 2002
328 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd

ISBN: 978-0-632-05251-6

John Wiley & Sons

Wiley Online Library

Further versions

This book deals with the diagnosis, prognosis and repair issues
associated with concrete buildings.

Since the patenting and subsequent large-scale manufacture of
modern cement, in the nineteenth century, concrete has become one
of the most widely used construction materials in the world. Those
concerned with building pathology now need to understand problems
specifically related to concrete and to identify appropriate
methods of repair and remediation.

This book brings together experts in the history, defect
diagnosis, remediation and maintenance of concrete. It includes
case studies from around the world to illustrate the various repair
methods available.

It will provide an invaluable guide for architects, building
surveyors, structural engineers and specialist contractors as well
as students of building pathology and conservation.

Introduction; Key developments in the history of concrete construction and the implications for remediation and repair; Structural appraisal; Defects, damage and decay; Repairing damaged concrete; Maintenance; Concrete in the future; Repair, remediation and maintenance in practice - case studies; Appendix:useful addresses; Glossary.

'The book effectively brings together relevant information on the
diagnosis, prognosis, and repair of concrete buildings and
structures, and should form mandatory reading for students and
practitioners involved in the architectural conservation of
concrete buildings and structures.'

Journal of Architectural Conservation, July 2004

Susan Macdonald is the editor of Concrete: Building Pathology, published by Wiley.

S. Macdonald, New South Wales Heritage Office