Biodeterioration of Stone in Tropical Environments: An Overview

By Anuradha V Kumar and Rakesh Kumar

A serious challenge for professionals involved in the conservation of cultural heritage sites in tropical environments is the biodeterioration of stone. This volume discusses the types and causes of stone biodeterioration in hot and humid climates, preventative and remedial methods, selection of chemical treatments, the status of current research, and areas for further investigation.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0892365501
• ISBN13: 9780892365500
• Release Date: June 1999
• Publisher: Getty Conservation Institute
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.1"