Language: English
The Adhesive Compendium for Conservation offers information, guidelines and research results on the proper use of adhesives in conservation. The book is broken down into three sections: the first provides information on liquid and solid adhesive properties, bonding and consolidation; the second is dedicated to technical and aging information on each adhesive class, including adhesive facts, characteristics and handling properties, and reviews of relevant aging studies; and the third is devoted to discussing how adhesives are chosen for each conservation subdiscipline. The Adhesive Compendium for Conservation provides an easy reference on an exhaustive range of adhesives, making it an invaluable asset for conservation professionals and students alike.