Conservation compendium. Part 5: Inspection and repair of cantilever stone staircases

Author: C. Richardson (AECOM and CARE)

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1 April 2015

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Conservation compendium. Part 5: Inspection and repair of cantilever stone staircases

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C. Richardson (AECOM and CARE)
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C. Richardson (AECOM and CARE)

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 93, Issue 4, 2015, Page(s) 3

Date published

1 April 2015

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C. Richardson (AECOM and CARE)

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 93, Issue 4, 2015, Page(s) 3

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Standard: £10 + VAT
Members/Subscribers: Free

Cantilever stone staircases have been used in all sorts of buildings for more than 350 years.
Unfortunately, when surveying buildings we can be so intent on getting from floor
to floor that we forget to look at the stairs on the way. Like all structures, stairs need regular inspection and maintenance; without which, collapses can ultimately occur.

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