Concrete Construction for the Home and the Farm by Atlas Portland Cement Company
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| Author | Atlas Portland Cement Company |
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| Title | Concrete Construction for the Home and the Farm |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Concrete Construction for the Home and the Farm" by Atlas Portland Cement Company is a practical guide on using concrete for various building projects, written in the early 20th century. The book discusses the benefits and techniques of constructing with concrete, particularly in agricultural settings, where farmers can replace traditional materials like wood and improve the durability and sanitation of their structures. The opening of the book introduces the concept of concrete as a solution for various construction needs on the farm and home, emphasizing its role in conservation and efficiency. It highlights the increasing popularity of concrete among farmers, who are discovering its advantages in reducing maintenance costs and enhancing the longevity of buildings and surfaces. The text elaborates on how concrete can be used for everything from feeding floors to cisterns, and presents a variety of applications, demonstrating concrete's versatility and cost-effectiveness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TH: Technology: Building construction |
| Subject | Concrete construction |
| Subject | Farm buildings |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62312 |
| Release Date | Jun 2, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 86 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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