Epoxy Resins in Stone Consolidation (Research in Conservation, 7)

Discussion for conservators -- Chemistry: the epoxy component -- The Amine curing agent -- Resin properties and consolidation problems: penetration -- Stone characteristics -- Polymer migration -- Color formation -- Resistance to biodegradation -- Nonsolvent systems: Low-viscosity formulations -- Application of epoxy resins at elevated temperatures -- Comparison of epoxy resins with other consolidants -- Aliphatic epoxy resins -- Solvent effects in resin application -- Application procedures: pocket methods -- Bulk procedures -- Field results: work in Poland -- Work in the United States -- The California Building, San Diego -- The Crescent Hill Baptist Church, Louisville -- The Cathedral of the Assumption, Louisville -- Work in Italy.