Understanding Deterioration due to Salt and Ice Crystallization in Scandinavian Massive Brick Masonry

Extensive durability problems such as weathering and degradation are found in historic Scandinavian brick masonry buildings, especially from the neo-Gothic period. These are largely due to the crystallization of salts and frost action in the bricks and mortars. This article aims to show and illustra...

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Main Authors: Kristin Balksten, Paulien Strandberg-de Bruijn
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:Heritage
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2571-9408/4/1/22