Difference between revisions of "Chipping"
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
[[File:Chipping-02_ICOMOS.jpg|thumb|Chipping<br>Photo credit: V. Vergès-Belmin ]] | [[File:Chipping-02_ICOMOS.jpg|thumb|Chipping<br>Photo credit: V. Vergès-Belmin ]] | ||
| − | A type of stone deterioration resulting in the loss of a fragment from the overall block. Chipping may be caused by excess compression, repairs or alterations, accidents, or | + | A type of stone deterioration resulting in the loss of a fragment from the overall block. Chipping may be caused by excess compression, repairs or alterations, accidents, or vandalism. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Latest revision as of 15:38, 28 May 2022
Description
A type of stone deterioration resulting in the loss of a fragment from the overall block. Chipping may be caused by excess compression, repairs or alterations, accidents, or vandalism.
Synonyms and Related Terms
flaking; spalling, pitting
Resources and Citations
- ICOMOS-ISCS: Illustrated glossary on stone deterioration patterns
- Masonry Restoration: Causes of stone deterioration