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by Emma Walshaw (Author)
New Second Edition updated in line with June 2022 Building Regulation updates.
Understanding Loft Conversions is a simple guide to carrying out a loft conversion. The book explains the main considerations required to carry out a loft conversion, and explores numerous construction methods for achieving conversions of different types.
The book features over 40 construction details, in 2D and 3D. Topics covered include examining the existing building, requirements for the new structure, planning and regulations, construction details for general loft details, front dormer windows, rear dormer extensions, zinc standing seam details, faceted zinc dormer details and rooflight details.
The book will help you...
- Gain a better understanding of how loft conversions work
- Improve your technical ability
- Save a huge amount of time searching for details
The book is for...
- Professionals use the book as a reference and the details as a starting point for their own projects.
- Students looking to increase their knowledge residential construction and extensions.
- Graduates use the book to take out into the workplace and use as a reference.
- Self Builders looking to gain a better understanding of loft conversions in a clear and visual way.
- The book is also highly recommended by many tutors, lecturers and professors who teach construction at colleges and universities around the globe.
