Xylolith

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Description

A magnesia cement mixed with sawdust (Doerner 1934). Xylolith was used as a building material for a short time in the early 20th century. It was susceptible to blooming and efflorescence.

Additional Information

M.Doerner, The Materials of the Artist, Harcourt, Brace & Company, 1934.

Authority

  • M. Doerner, The Materials of the Artist, Harcourt, Brace & Co., 1934

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