<p><i>Comprehensive reference to every type of surface material for floors, walls and ceilings.</i></p><p>Interior surfaces add beauty, structure and comfort to homes. Available in a stunning range of natural and synthetic materials, these surfaces are both cosmetic and functional. </p><p><b>Interior Materials and Surfaces</b> covers the full range of home surfaces from three points of view: technical, practical and aesthetic. The book provides comprehensive details on each material, featuring their pros and cons, general uses, and alternative applications. </p><p>Chapters cover a wide range of options for do-it-yourselfers and professionals alike:<ul><li>Wood -- hard and soft, wood composites and veneers</li> <li>Plastics, resins, rubber and linoleum</li> <li>Metals, iron, steel, copper, brass, aluminum, zinc, lead and gold leaf</li> <li>Glass</li> <li>Fabrics and papers</li> <li>Leather and suede</li> <li>Paints, varnishes, lacquers</li> <li>Stone, ceramics and tiles</li> <li>Concrete and cement</li> <li>Plaster and plaster composites.</li> </ul></p><p>Each material is profiled with details about its properties, use and maintenance, safety tips, availability and relative cost. Jargon-free text with color photographs provide easy installation instructions and important advice on uses. </p><p><b>Interior Materials and Surfaces</b> is an indispensable guide for homeowners and for professional renovators, decorators, interior designers and stylists. </p>