Painting the past

Article Abstract:

There is increasing awareness of the historical significance of of colour in ancient architecture. Paints were used to protect the stone from weathering and it is possible to obtain information from surviving, often tiny, paint fragments. Evidence of colour was found during the conservation of Exeter Cathedral and paint traces were plotted onto archaeologists' drawings. These colour samples revealed many layers of paint.

Paint & Coatings NEC, History, Historic buildings, Paint, Decoration and finishing

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A lesson in plug and play

Article Abstract:

An insight into the history of school buildings using prefabricated wall, floor and roof panels is presented. The method to erect the entire envelope that can be modified to perform any functional requirement and can be set up in less than 15 hours if logistics permit is discussed.

United States, Design and construction, School buildings

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MetalWorks Technical: Covered against corrosion

Article Abstract:

The process of picking the right coating requires an understanding of the mechanism of corrosion. The article breaks down the corrosion process.

Paints & Allied Products, Analysis, Usage, Product information, Coatings, Paint industry, Corrosion and anti-corrosives, Corrosion

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