2023
DOI: 10.1007/s12665-023-10842-1
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Assessing the suitability of local earth resources for use in clay barriers to protect historic masonry in Pompeii

Abstract: This paper presents a case study for the testing of locally available resources selected to form a clay barrier. This is a promising technique for protecting historic masonry from ground moisture intrusion. There are several historical precedents for the use of calcareous, clayey soils to form moisture resilient barriers in architecture. More recently, specialised bentonite mixtures have arrived on the market. Assessment protocols for suitable barrier material will help establish general codes and the potentia… Show more

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