Coatings and Consolidants for Masonry

Building Conservation Masterclass: Coatings and Consolidants for Masonry - with David Odgers at West Dean College of Arts and Conservation
£497.00

There is a long heritage to both the painting of masonry and to the application of materials to attempt to consolidate decayed stone surfaces. This two-day course will start by setting out the nature and historic use of these materials and how they have affected the stone and its subsequent treatment.

The course will set out the important distinction between surface coatings such as paints, limewash and sealants. It will explain how consolidants such as nanolime and silanes work and provide information on how, why and when their use might be appropriate.

The course will cover the various materials that are currently available and identify the benefits and drawbacks for each. As well as understanding the materials and the likely effect of their use, participants will have the opportunity to use and work with the various materials.

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