Preventing and repairing damage to historical objects is part of the daily work of restorers and conservators. Damage analysis forms the basis for identifying damage causes on the one hand and deriving measures for preventive conservation on the other.
During damage analysis, these factors have emerged as the cause for most types of damage to historical objects:
To find out more about what might have caused the damage, we also offer a material analysis. With the help of art techniques, we can determine the authenticity of materials or classify and assign changes caused by age or specific damage.
For example, by determining the type of wood, we as certified restorers can determine how old a wooden object is. If wooden furniture such as frames, tables, or cabinets are infested with pests, such as woodworms or microorganisms, professional countermeasures can be taken.
Based on the determination of the material and the documented damage, we develop a strategy including a catalog of measures for restoration and conservation.
Our Zentrale Restaurierungswerkstatt Berlin is perfectly equipped for professional examinations of historical furniture, wooden objects, and used wood. You can rely on the expertise and craftsmanship of our certified wood and furniture restorers to find out what is causing the damage and to effectively prevent it from happening again in the future!