Pages: 20
Format: A4
Illustrations: 4 line drawings, 10 photos
Contents
Identifying existing stone and mortar
- Properties and identification of stone materials
- Properties and identification of mortars
Causes of deterioration
- Diagnosis
- Decay
Remedial work
- Cleaning and decontamination techniques
- Trial cleaning techniques and assessment procedures Repairs
- Repair materials
- Repair methodology
- Repair techniques
- Specialised materials and techniques
Conclusion
References
Appendices: Test standards for stone, masonry mortar and masonry composites; UK exposure zones; In-situ test methods for strength of mortar and stress in masonry
Other publications that may also be of interest
Conservation and cleaning of masonry - Part 2: Brickwork, blockwork and terracotta
Principles of masonry conservation management