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Report BR 292 Cracking in buildings (Withdrawn)
Publication Year
1996
Document Status
Withdrawn, cited in regs
Abstract
Sets out basic information on the science of materials behaviour which is relevant to understanding how and why cracks occur. Given that understanding much can be done to avoid their occurrence, and to diagnose their cause and repair them so that they do not recur. Part I deals with the underlying science: the physics (and in some cases the chemistry) underlying the changes of size in materials and components. Part II deals with the causes of cracking, setting them in real building contexts, taking each building element in turn. Here the common interests of various parties are met by presenting the information in a common format, typically: i. design principles. ii. practical detailing. iii. site practices. iv. diagnostic principles. v. remedial work or repairs.
Document History
Superseded by BRE 292, 2nd edition (2016).
Author
Bonshor, R. B. and Bonshor, L. L.
ISBN
9781860810398
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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