Behind the red brick and bay windows of Britain's most iconic housing stock lies a complex web of 90-year-old plumbing, sagging timber, and hidden asbestos. The 1930s Terrace is the definitive technical manual for homeowners and developers ready to strip back the layers. From structural stabilization and lime-point masonry to the intricate 'micro-trades' that make or break a budget, this book provides a step-by-step specification of works. Learn how to navigate party wall agreements, manage a site like a pro, and account for the 'unseen' costs that lurk beneath the floorboards. Don't just renovate—restore with precision
Renovating a period home is a high-stakes game of problem-solving. Back to Brick takes you inside the hoarding of a full-scale 1930s terrace transformation. This isn't a book about interior design; it's a book about the build. Featuring a comprehensive schedule of works—from the first skip to the final snagging list—this guide exposes the hidden infrastructure of old houses. Discover how to coordinate trades, optimize your 15% contingency, and handle the unexpected discoveries that turn 'simple' projects into money pits. It's the professional project manager you can keep in your back pocket
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