Surface cleaning of works of art
Cleaning is irreversible: it is preceded by small-scale tests and documentation. Solvents, aqueous solutions with chelating agents and gels that confine action to the surface are used.
Solvents
Aliphatic and polar laboratory-grade solvents.
Aqueous cleaning & chelating agents
Citrates, EDTA and mild soaps for aqueous cleaning systems.
Gels & nanostructured systems
For controlled application and reduced penetration.
Consumables
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Other tasks: Consolidation of paint layers · Paper & archive conservation · Stone, mortar & wall-painting conservation · Varnishing & retouching paintings · Bonding & filling of objects · Storage, packaging & microclimate














