Coving
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Description
A type of masonry deterioration where geologically weaker blocks in a stone wall disaggregate. Additionally, when too hard or more durable cementitious mortars are used to repoint the joints and beds, a honeycomb pattern can be formed with the selective losses of soft stone material.
Resources and Citations
- ICOMOS-ISCS: Illustrated glossary on stone deterioration patterns