Atmospheric Weathering of Historic Monuments and Their Related Conservation Issues

Atmospheric weathering significantly impacts the longevity and conservation of historic monuments, with processes driven by temperature fluctuations, humidity, pollutants, and biological agents. The study highlights that successful conservation depends on precise diagnostic assessments to identify decay mechanisms and deterioration factors, ensuring treatments are compatible with both deteriorated and sound materials. Two case studies—marble walls in a polluted urban environment and limestone statues exposed to rural climatic conditions—demonstrate the effectiveness of targeted interventions based on diagnostic research. The findings underscore the importance of minimal intervention strategies to preserve historical integrity while addressing deterioration factors.

Caner-Saltık, E. N. (2018). Atmospheric Weathering of Historic Monuments and Their Related Conservation Issues. MATEC Web of Conferences, 149, 1009. https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/201814901009