Treatment that removes surface dirt.

An invisible separation between the layers of paint, between the paint and ground, or between the ground and support. This may appear as a slight bulge in the paint surface.

Removing non-original layers from the paint surface. These layers may be surface dirt, varnish or overpaint. See surface cleaning, uncovering and varnish removal.

A separation between layers of paint, between paint and ground, or between ground and support. Usually associated with cracks and losses. See flaking.

A report listing the observations of an inspection. It can be used as the first part of a Treatment Proposal and as a reference when objects are transported or loaned. Depending on what it is used for [..]

Addition of an adhesive or consolidant to friable powdery original material such as water damaged plaster or rotten wood.

It is a small sample of original paint mounted in a polyester resin so the layer structure can be examined under the microscope.

A reinforcing material, usually tissue paper, temporarily adhered to the surface of a painting. Facing ensures that loose paint particles are temporarily secured, and protects the paint surface during [..]

Material replacing lost paint or paint and ground so that the area of loss becomes level with surrounding paint.