What is BS EN 17543 - Conservation of Cultural Heritage about?
BS EN 17543 defines best practice when investigating finishes on built heritage, with the aim of establishing existing schemes by collecting data and processing findings. It applies to finishes that be decorative or protective, on buildings and their interiors, as well as other built heritage, but explicitly excludes the category of wall paintings.
BS EN 17543 aim to define common principles and best practice for the investigation on built heritage finishes also establish existing schemes by collecting data and processing findings.
Note 1: BS EN 17543 applies to the planning and execution of such investigations with documentation throughout.
Note 2: BS EN 17543 can be used as a process reference for stakeholders involved in the investigation of built heritage.
Who is BS EN 17543 - Conservation of Cultural Heritage for?
BS EN 17543 on Investigation and documentation of built heritage is applicable to:
- Investigation department of cultural heritage
- Architects
- Scientific and Cultural Organization
Why should you use BS EN 17543 - Conservation of Cultural Heritage?
Investigation on built heritage finishes provides a systematic method of understanding these changes. It offers insights into the appearance of original and later schemes and may provide dates for the application of specific finishes
The purpose of the investigation can be to locate, identify, interpret and, if possible, date current and previous finishes. Such investigations help to deepen our general knowledge of the significance of the area under investigation, its history and alterations, and also to assess its condition and to plan for future conservation and presentation, taking account of aesthetic considerations. These investigations should be looked upon as an integral part of the documentation and investigation process on built heritage.
BS EN 17543 offers a framework, it should be recognized that every finish offers a different challenge to an investigation and interpretation.
BS EN 17543 specifies the purpose of the investigation to be located, identify, interpret, and, if possible, date current and previous finishes. Such investigations help to deepen our general knowledge of the significance of the area under investigation, its history, and alterations, assess its condition, and to plan for future conservation.