
Layers of Understanding
Setting Standards for Architectural Paint Research
Helen Hughes(Editor)
Donhead Publishing
Published on 26. May 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
108 pages
978-1-873394-58-8 (ISBN)
Description
These are the proceedings of an English Heritage national seminar which was organised to address growing concerns about the variable quality of architectural paint research currently being carried out. The book describes and explains its role in understanding and managing historic buildings. The contributions contained in this book are designed to promote the development of standards and guidelines for use by clients and consultants, helping to shape the development of this vital new discipline. It therefore contains edited transcripts of the ground breaking discussion sessions on the proposed English Heritage guidelines and other important issues. The statutory requirements relating to painted interiors of listed buildings is another very problematical issue which has been considered in detail. In addition, guidance is provided on commissioning paint research and the pitfalls to avoid. The book will be essential reading for paint researched, architects, surveyors, conservation officers and all practitioners involved in commissioning paint research for historic buildings.
Reviews / Votes
- a valuable contribution to the debate about when and how architectural paint research should be applied. Journal of Architectural Conservation Architectural paint research is now recognised as a useful and powerful technique i the analysis and recording of historic buildings... The text is of even greater value because there is little published information on the principles of paint research in buildings. I can thoroughly recommend this excellent book. SPAB News This book will be essential reading for paint researchers, architects, surveyors, conservation officers and all practitioners involved in commissioning paint research for historic buildings. Architectural TechnologyMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Professional and Professional Practice & Development
Dimensions
Height: 297 mm
Width: 210 mm
Weight
590 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-873394-58-8 (9781873394588)
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Person
Helen Hughes obtained a degree in the History of Art and Architecture at University College London before training as an easel painting conservator at Gateshead Technical College. She has worked with English Heritage in the Architectural Paint Research Unit since 1985, and has obtained UKIC accreditation as an Architectural Paint Researcher.
Content
Foreword Helen Hughes; Introduction: architectural paint research in a wider context Kate Clark; Historic overview Ian Bristow; Problems facing the development of architectural paint research Helen Hughes; Some tips on commissioning architectural paint research Patrick Baty; Architectural paint research in practice Ian Jardin; Architectural paint research: the Dutch experience and perspective Angelique Friedrichs; Statutory requirements: listed building requirements and PPG 15 James Edgar; Formulating procedures for architectural paint research Tina Sitwell; Proposed guidelines for commissioning architectural paint research Helen Hughes; Discussion sessions; Conclusion Kate Clark; Appendix I: architectural paint research chart and categorization system Helen Hughes; Appendix II: paint strippers - the naked truth Cathy Proudlove; Bibliography; Index.