Construction Materials: Their Nature and Behaviour, Fifth Edition Marios Soutsos and Peter Domone is an English-language study book about construction materials. It provides in-depth knowledge of the chemical and physical properties of materials and their behavior in the built environment.
This established study book covers the main material groups: metals, concrete, ceramics (including brick and masonry), polymers, fiber composites, bituminous materials, wood, and glass. With a clear structure, it starts with fundamental principles, followed by extensive sections for each type of material.
The content has been updated, with a revised chapter on fiber composites (FRP and FRC) and both practice questions with answers and a lecturer’s manual. This book is indispensable for students in civil engineering, construction science, architecture, and related programs.
Topics align with building construction, materials science, and structural engineering, offering relevant insights for a wide range of technical and building disciplines.