Interior Materials & Surfaces: The Complete Guide

Home-improvement enthusiasts as well as professional builders are increasingly using a wide range of materials for walls, countertops and floors. To get the most out of each material you select, you need to know what it can and can't do, where it can be found and how to install and maintain it. A practical handbook for materials you know you want, as well as a valuable sourcebook for finishes you didn't know you wanted - yet! Answers all your questions about the suitability of your chosen finish or material and gives you the technical data you need. Provides a comprehensive breakdown of each material's possible applications, both orthodox and unorthodox. Useful guide for when consulting or instructing an architect, designer or builder, or when working on home projects or home decorating. Offers a variety of contemporary and innovative uses for tried and tested materials and finishes.