The proven book, established since 1957, provides students of architecture and civil engineering, as well as professionals in practice, with a comprehensive overview of the materials and construction products used in the construction industry. It imparts knowledge about the raw materials and manufacturing processes of construction materials, the available commercial forms, the properties and application possibilities of the materials, as well as the testing methods for their determination. Thus, the work serves as a foundation for responsible decisions regarding the selection of suitable construction materials for durable buildings throughout their lifecycle. Additionally, ecological aspects of construction materials and the hazardous substances involved in their application, as well as their handling, are addressed. The book also includes references to further literature.