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Consolidant
A dilute polymer solution soaked into porous or crumbly material to strengthen it (Paraloid B-72, Butvar B-76); distinct from an adhesive, which joins pieces, and a filler, which replaces missing material.
A dilute polymer solution soaked into porous or crumbly material to strengthen it (Paraloid B-72, Butvar B-76); distinct from an adhesive, which joins pieces, and a filler, which replaces missing material. Reversible consolidants can be removed with their solvent later.
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Stratum Study. "Consolidant" (Glossary). Stratum Study pack 2026.09, as of 2026-09-16. https://stratum.black/study/glossary/consolidant. Accessed 2026-09-20.
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