Exposure Tests on Colorless Waterproofing Materials (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Kessler, D. W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0483447455 ISBN 13: 9780483447455

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

Inhaltsangabe

Comprehensive testing of stone waterproofing treatments and what they really do. This nonfiction report summarizes long‑term experiments on absorption, drying, and weathering of various stone treatments. It focuses on how different materials perform on limestone and sandstone over months and years, with clear data and charts to support the findings.

In plain terms, the book explains which waterproofing elements work best, how pore structure affects results, and how durability varies across stone types. It also discusses the appearance and potential side effects, such as discoloration, and what happens when treatments are subjected to drying versus soaking conditions.

• How absorption and drying rates differ between untreated stone and a range of waterproofing materials.


• Which materials create the strongest, most durable waterproofing over extended exposure.


• How stone texture and porosity influence performance and longevity.


• Practical notes on appearance changes and cleaning considerations after treatment.

Ideal for readers of conservation science, materials testing, and building restoration, this edition provides practical insight into choosing stone coatings based on real test data.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Forgotten Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0483447455
• ISBN 13: 9780483447455
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 43
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