Originally published in 1912, This is a detailed study of Sand Lime Bricks, Chapters include; General consideration of the sand lime industry, The raw materials of the sand lime industry, Technique of the manufacture of Sand Lime bricks, The chemistry of Sand Lime bricks, The physical texture of Sand Lime bricks, Tests of Sand Lime bricks and Fire resisting qualities of Sand Lime bricks. This is a comprehensive and informative look at the subject. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.