Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Materials Facet
3. Materials (hierarchy name)
4. materials (substances)
5. [materials by function]
6. additive (material)

Narrower term/s

• cyclododecane
• lactitol
• Bologna cocktail [NP]
• methyl polysiloxane [NP]

Anotations

Scope note:

Any substance introduced into a deteriorated or otherwise fragile material where it strengthens and stabilizes parts into a whole, solid, or compact mass. In the conservation of sculpture, stone that has lost cohesive strength must be reinstated by the introduction of a consolidant. Materials used in this context may include epoxy, silicates, or acrylics.