The construction of buildings and structures relies on having a thorough understanding of building materials. Without this knowledge it would not be possible to

This established textbook provides an understanding of materials’ behaviour through knowledge of their chemical and physical structure. It covers the main cla

From long-standing worries regarding the use of lead and asbestos to recent research into carcinogenic issues related to the use of plastics in construction, th

Until recently, much of the development of building materials has predominantly focused on producing cheaper, stronger and more durable construction materials.