Architectural Metal Surfaces

 Architectural Metal Surfaces
Item #: 165-3354-04
Author: William L. Zahner
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN:0-471-26335-4
Format: Hardcover
 Your Price: $141.95

Create a vast selection of surface effects with Architectural Metal Surfaces
Architectural Metal Surfaces demonstrates techniques for achieving a variety of surface effects through the application of texture, color treatments, and lighting effects. 352 pp.

  • Presents more than 150 illustrations.
  • Helps develop realistic expectations and accurate specifications and details.
  • Describes the durability and maintenance requirements of various finishes.
Architectural Metal Surfaces - Table of Contents:
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments and Credits
  • Part 1: The Interaction of Light with Geometry
    • Expectations of Various Metal Surface Finishes
    • Specific Metals and Expectations of Appearance
  • Part II: The Surface Mosaic
    • Functional Requirements of a Metal Surface
    • The Surface Mosaic
    • Surface Texturing: Macroscale
    • Seams
    • Joint Systems: Gaskets, Seals, and Interlocks
    • Edges and Transitions
  • Part III: The Touch and Fabric
    • Chemical Processes to Enhance Metal Surfaces
    • Mechanical Processes
    • Deposition Processes
    • Variables Involved with Creating Metal Surfacing
    • Analysis of Surface Appearance Properties
    • The Aging of the Surface
    • Appendix A: Relative Cost Comparisons
    • Appendix B: Finish Designations
  • Glossary
  • Bibliography
  • Index
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