What is BS EN 17187 about?
BS EN 17187 discusses about Conservation of Cultural Heritage.BS EN 17187 specifies a methodology for the characterization of mortars by using the most appropriate analytical techniques on samples taken from cultural heritage structures and objects.
BS EN 17187 contains guidelines for the selection of methods to determine mineralogical, textural, physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of mortars used in cultural heritage structures and objects.
BS EN 17187 is used to define mortar typology and to evaluate the mortar condition with respect to its conservation as well as for understanding of the ongoing deterioration processes.
Who is BS EN 17187 for?
BS EN 17187 on the characterization of mortars used in cultural heritage is useful for:
- Investigation department of cultural heritage
- Architects
- Scientific and Cultural Organization
Why should you use BS EN 17187?
The characterization of mortars used in cultural heritage is an essential step to formulate a
conservation plan, in order to decide on appropriate remedial interventions, to achieve better working practices, and technologies for restoration interventions including mortar replacement, reinstatement, reintegration and stone repair. Many different types of mortars have been used in cultural heritage structures and objects (for example hydraulic mortars, air lime mortars, pozzolanic, natural cements) and, therefore, it is important that the typology of mortars is described and the characterization is achieved through a consistent and uniform methodology. It should be remembered that mortar characterization can also be carried out as part of the historical/documentation process.
BS EN 17187 provides cultural heritage professionals with a guidance for a common methodology for the characterization of mortars used in cultural heritage. This information is used to define the mineralogical, petrographic, physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of these materials.
BS EN 17187 provides guidelines for selecting methods for determining the mineral, texture, physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of mortars used in cultural heritage structures and objects.
BS EN 17543 offers a framework; it should be recognized that every finish offers a different challenge to an investigation and interpretation.