![]() Naturally occurring or slightly modified soils were traditionally used for protecting buildings in a number of vernacular techniques. The use of compacted clay to form a barrier is commonplace in some areas of environmental engineering, and can be applied to built heritage conservation. ![]() ![]() Leaving the building unprotected can lead to moisture related deterioration installing vertical and/or horizontal barriers using standard materials requires chemical or mechanical intervention with the historic fabric. Conservators and architects working with built heritage at risk from ground moisture intrusion face a difficult choice.
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