Course on architectural metalwork

Continuing Professional Development
Building Conservation Masterclass
Conservation and Repair of Architectural Metalwork
West Dean College
Chichester, West Sussex, England

BC3D106-28-31
January 2008
Course Leader:  Geoff Wallis, Dorothea Restorations Ltd

This course deals with both structural metalwork and purely
decorative features and statuary.  Non-ferrous as well as ferrous
metals are covered.  It includes condition assessments and analyses,
as well as guidance on remedial techniques, specifications and
selected repair methods.  Latest developments in the techniques of
cleaning using lasers are discussed, along with the use of cathodic
protection as a remedial solution to rusting cramps and leading
practitioners will demonstrate repair techniques.

The course also covers history of manufacture and use of iron,
corrosion science, the latest developments in cathodic protection,
the science of electrotype forming, surface preparation and painting
and provides a unique 'hands-on' opportunity in the Forge.

For further information please contact

    Liz Campbell
    West Dean College
    +44 1243 818219
    bcm [at] westdean__org__uk

Liz Campbell
Continuing Professional Development Coordinator
West Dean College
West Dean
Chichester
West Sussex PO18 0QZ
+44 1243 818219
Fax: +44 1243 811343


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