Studies of rates, processes and modes of rock surface, and near-surface, deterioration, and
also hardening, are central to rock weathering and building stone research, conservation …

Weathering represents severe destruction to outdoor cultural rock heritages. In the process,
biological weathering caused by microorganisms is known to be the key process. With …

Since the effectiveness of stone consolidants significantly depends on the weathering level
of the stone samples on which they are tested, in this study the suitability of heating stone to …

Stone polishing is a process executed to make the surface glossy, so that the material
shines by reflecting the light. The polishing is mainly carried out in flooring and façade …

Atmospheric pollutants are changing due to policies aiming at attenuating climate change.
Some of the results of these measures are the current inversion on the SO 2/NO x proportion …

The correlation between stone microstructural characteristics and material degradation (in
terms of weight loss), in given environmental conditions, was investigated. Seven lithotypes …

In this study, the recession rate of eleven carbonate stones widely used in the cultural
heritage of northeastern Italy and differing in their textural features and mineralogical …

The contribution of lichens to the biomodification of limestone surfaces is an area of conflict
within bioweathering studies, with some researchers suggesting a protective effect induced …

The well-known archaeological site of Anahita Temple at Kangavar is one of the most
important Iranian stone monuments. It has been dated by various authors in an interval …

This book offers essential insights into potential catastrophic events that might befall upon
the emerging urban landscape in South Asia, and which are due to hazards, risks and …