Materials General
The Pattern of English Building
ISBN 0 571 13988 4
Author: Alec Clifton-
Published by: Faber and Faber (1962 to 1987)
A respected illustrated guide to regional materials and techniques found in historic buildings in England.
Chemistry Data Book
ISBN 0 7195 3951 X
Authors: Stark J & Wallace H
Published by: John Murray (Publishers) Ltd (1969 to 1994)
A reference book for Chemistry students and practitioners containing specialist data regarding periodic elements their properties and reactions.
Science for Conservators: Conservation Science Teaching Series
Volume 1: An Introduction to Materials
Volume 2: Cleaning
Volume 3: Adhesives and Coatings
Published by: Museums and Galleries Commission (1987) & Routledge (1992)
Vol 1: ISBN 0415 07166 6 (hbk), Vol 2: ISBN 0415 07164 X (hbk), Vol 3: ISBN 0415 07162 3 (hbk)
The books are designed as key basic texts for conservators introducing scientific
concepts fundamental to the conservation of artifacts and building materials. The
authors suggest that conservators often have little or no scientific training and
that the series will provide non-
Choosing Building Materials
Published by: Peterborough City Council, 1988
Associated website: http://www.peterborough.gov.uk/
Explains why the choice of building materials is important and provides an idea of which bricks and tiles are most suitable for new & old buildings
Materials in Waverley
Published by: Waverley Borough Council
Area covered: South East
Associated website:
http://www.waverley.gov.uk/
Guidance on locally sourced building materials and their uses.
Materials source list
Published by: Broads Authority, 2003-
Area covered: East of England
Associated website:
A guide to appropriate materials in the Broads and how to source them
Reclaimed building materials
Published by: Broadland District Council, 1997
Area covered: East of England
Associated
website: http://www.broadland.gov.uk
A list of reclaimed building materials companies within the Broadland District Council area.
Traditional building materials
Published by: Salisbury District Council
Area covered: South
Associated website: http://www.salisbury.gov.uk/
Contains information on brick, stone, flint, cob, thatch etc.
How to make Beeswax Polish
by Jane Schofield
Published by: SPAB
A clearly illustrated guide on the advantages and disadvantages, materials and equipment required and the method of making a beeswax polish.