There is a product named West Systems epoxy (that was developed for laminating wood for large hi tech wind mill blades) that is extremely viscous. I have also heard of carpenters using an ordinary vacuum cleaner and a plastic bag for laminating jobs. It would important to draw off any air pockets and seal the stone. But having said that I also remember advice against painting brick because it needs to "breath" and not trap moisture that would cause it to spall. Dave Scott
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 25, 2002 2:14 AM To: sundial@rrz.uni-koeln.de Subject: flaking sundial Object - a vertial south sundial of 1700, in a sandstone type of material. It is 24 inches square. with carved numerials and hour lines. Went tapped, an area about 12 inches diameter sounds hollow where a thin surface area is detached from the backing of the 1.5 inch thich dial. Does anyone know how to secure this loose area to the sound stonework behind ?. I quesstimate this loose area is about one eighth of an inch thick. Perhaps maybe drilling a tiny hole, and injecting some bonding agent. It is planned to do this work next year in warm weather. Your help much appreciated. David. _______________________________________________________________________ Freeserve AnyTime, only £13.99 per month with one month's FREE trial! For more information visit http://www.freeserve.com/time/ or call free on 0800 970 8890 - -
