Conservators Assessment: Masonry and Exterior Paint
Auditors Building
This early assessment offers more explanation of the history and possible causes of failure for the masonry and paint on the Auditor's building. Focusing on stone, outcroppings, belt courses, terra cotta details, mortar, infill areas, windows, and surface staining of bricks, specific examples of failure are pointed out and suggestions are made for possible repair techniques. It also provides an introduction to thermal expansion and contraction of masonry and the effect atmospheric changes can have on mortar.
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