CEN/TC 346/WG 13 - Investigation of architectural finishes - Procedure, methodology and documentation of results
Produce standards which provide for comparability of results, improved access to results and improved interpretation of built heritage.
Investigation of architectural finishes - Procedure, methodology and documentation of results
Produce standards which provide for comparability of results, improved access to results and improved interpretation of built heritage.
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CEN/TC 346/WG 13 is a Working Group within the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). It is named "Investigation of architectural finishes - Procedure, methodology and documentation of results" and is responsible for: Produce standards which provide for comparability of results, improved access to results and improved interpretation of built heritage. This committee has published 1 standards.
CEN/TC 346/WG 13 develops CEN standards in the area of Information technology. The scope of work includes: Produce standards which provide for comparability of results, improved access to results and improved interpretation of built heritage. Currently, there are 1 published standards from this working group.
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is a public standards organization that brings together the national standardization bodies of 34 European countries. CEN provides a platform for developing European Standards (ENs) and other technical documents in relation to various products, materials, services, and processes, supporting the European Single Market.
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This document defines core procedures for collecting and processing data and findings when investigating finishes and surfaces of built heritage, establishing original and subsequent colour schemes. It applies mainly to buildings and interiors, but the specified methodology could also be used for other cultural heritage objects.
This document applies to planning, commissioning and executing such investigations - from the initial project brief to the final report, and its dissemination. The document should be used as a process reference for stakeholders involved in investigating finishes and surfaces of built heritage and informed building conservation.
It describes some advantages and limitations of basic investigation techniques. It specifies the structure and content of documentation/reports to be delivered to the commissioning party.
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