AD 12500 Chapter Notes - Chapter 13: Particle Board, Electrical Engineering, Fireproofing
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Chapter 13- materials characteristics and applications: materials are the basic building substances architects and interior designers use to create built environments and to give form, shape, variety, and distinction to interior spaces. Some materials are an integral part of a building structure; others are applied as a surface treatment or used on components, such as furniture or cabinetry. Natural materials: natural materials are those found in nature, either as organic or as inorganic substances, organic materials are those that come from plants and animals. Inorganic (nonliving) materials are those, such as soil, clay, and stone, that exist in a natural state. Converted materials are materials processed or manufactured into different forms. For example, clay exists as a natural substance, but when it is fired at high temperatures, it is converted into a new material called ceramic. Artificial materials: artificial materials are created by man-made processes that produce new substances.
