Author : Michael Y L Chew,Tan Phay Ping
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2003-11-18
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9789814486491
Staining of Facades by Michael Y L Chew,Tan Phay Ping Pdf
Facade staining is a centuries-old building defect that is globally widespread. Millions of dollars are wasted annually for its rectification. A stained building looks old and worn-out, diminishing the value of the property and the confidence in occupying it. The facade's durability may also be affected by staining. Despite these wide and varying downstream implications, facade staining can actually be foreseen and prevented if conscientious efforts are made at the building's planning and design stages. This book provides insight into the underlying causes of facade staining and proposes an approach to address the root of the problem. It aims to raise awareness of crucial factors that should be understood and considered in the prevention or minimization of facade staining, hence reducing resource wastage in unnecessary maintenance work. Staining of Facades will serve as a useful guide for students as well as practitioners in related professions such as architecture, engineering, building, real estate, and project and property management, in their efforts to minimize the life-cycle costs of buildings. Contents:Environmental AspectsMaterial AspectsDesign AspectsMaintenance Aspects Readership: Practitioners and students in architecture, engineering, building, real estate, property management and land surveying. Keywords:Staining;Facade;Building;Environment;Maintenance;Maintainability;Cleaning;Rainflow PatternReviews:Key Features:Adopts a preventive approach to a real-life centuries-old problemOffers an detailed introduction to the principles of maintainability of buildingsMore than 200 full illustrations, tables and chartsCovers all of the key stages from facade design to façade maintenance processClear presentation of basic concepts underlying the causes, prevention and rectification of staining problemsUseful design and maintenance guidelines for approaching new materials and site conditionsProvides useful insights to Building Maintenance UnitsExtensive contributions from key industry professionals