The Practical Brick and Tile Book (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Edward Dobson

 
9781331957133: The Practical Brick and Tile Book (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Master practical geometry for brick arches and ellipses with hands‑on methods.

This guide translates geometric ideas into step‑by‑step techniques you can apply to brickwork projects. It covers drawing ellipses, shaping Gothic arches, and laying out arch bricks with clear, workmanlike steps.

Written for builders and students, the book demonstrates concrete methods for determining spans, rises, and radii. It explains how to describe curves, set out arch lines, and translate measurements into accurate brick courses. The focus is on usable techniques you can apply in the workshop or on site.

  • Draw ellipses accurately using simple tools and the trammel principle
  • Construct Gothic and ellipse Gothic arches with practical guidance
  • Calculate the radius of an arc from given rise and span
  • Plan arch bricks and joints for precise brickwork layouts

Ideal for readers of practical masonry and geometry, this edition helps you turn theory into reliable brickwork results.

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