New pads were created using Neoprene (polychloroprene) rubber sheet to replace the degraded rubber d
New pads were created using Neoprene (polychloroprene) rubber sheet to replace the degraded rubber discussed in a previous post about Michael’s Table (1991). Various materials were tested but the Neoprene was chosen because of its similarity to the original material in elasticity, hardness, and strength. The circular pads were drilled out of the Neoprene using a hollow drill bit of the appropriate size. With the new pads in place the glass top is able to rest slightly above the metal and wood base as intended. This treatment is part of a paper that will be presented next week at the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) annual conference.Posted by Kate Wight Tyler -- source link
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