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Nemani Khiyavi L, Ahmadi H, Emami S M A. An Overview of The Materials Used In The Consolidation of Historical Bricks: Comparison Between Old and New Materials. KCR 2026; 8 (4) :24-36
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The conservation of historic bricks is considered one of the fundamental components in safeguarding architectural heritage, as brick, one of the predominant materials in Iran’s historic architecture is exposed to a wide range of complex weathering and deterioration processes. Consolidation, as one of the most important conservation interventions, is employed to enhance structural cohesion, reduce vulnerability, stabilize decay, and improve the durability of porous materials (Doehne & Price, 2011). Nevertheless, although consolidation can mitigate the effects of deterioration, it does not necessarily eliminate the root causes of decay, and when improperly applied, it may result in undesirable secondary and long-term consequences (Daniels, 2015; Kumar Ginell, 1997).
Type of Study: Research, Original, Regular |
Subject:
Archaeometry and authenticity assessment of museum objects and historical-cultural properties.
Accepted: 2026/03/3 | Published: 2026/03/3
Accepted: 2026/03/3 | Published: 2026/03/3
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