Bob Kindred
Heritage Consultants

Windows: History, Repair & Conservation

Donhead 2007 Ed. Tutton, Hirst, Pearce , ISBN 978 1873394 85 4

This is the first comprehensive treatment of the history & conservation of windows.

Part 1 covers the history of windows including the development of glass technology. It also provides an illustrated glossary of window types.

Part 2 reviews the changes in policy & legislation and discusses structural issues; recap mechanisms and the current stringent performance standard and how they affect historic windows.

Part 3 focuses on the materials used in construction of windows and the craft of leaded glazing. It details the appropriate techniques for repair and conservation. 470pp.

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