Howard Chandler
Published: 1991
Total Pages: 691
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The Unabridged Edition of Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary contains over 13,000 construction terms, words, phrases, acronyms and abbreviations, and hundreds of illustrations... the most complete construction dictionary available. Written in plain, easy-to-understand contractor's language, the information provided is adaptable for report writing, specifications, or just plain intelligent discussion. Includes 2,000 new terms, over 175 new illustrations, abbreviations, slang and regional terminology. Designed for facilities managers, owners, contractors, architects, government agencies, attorneys, building inspectors, real estate personnel and students -- from novice to seasoned professional. Substantial reference section, including metric equivalents, lists of associations, symbols used on plans... and lots more! Architectural Record called it "the most comprehensive we've seen".