Abstract
This paper looks at the artificially induced surface conversion of calcium carbonate to the more durable calcium oxalate. Extensive research is being carried out on wall paintings and marble sculpture at the Opicificio delle Pietre Dure e Laboratori di Restauro in Florence, Encouraged by their work, I have researched the effectiveness of the conversion on English limestones. The treated samples have been compared to untreated samples for appearance, hardness, resistance to acid and alkali, porosity, and durability. The results have been assessed considering ease of use, effectiveness, and the appropriateness of the treatment.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5334/jcms.4982 | Journal eISSN: 1364-0429
Language: English
Page range: 6 - 10
Published on: May 1, 1998
Published by: Ubiquity Press
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
© 1998 Tody M. Cezar, published by Ubiquity Press
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