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Graffiti on historic buildings. Removal and prevention
Publication Year
2021
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Gives guidance to architects, surveyors, building managers and owners on dealing with graffiti on historic buildings and monuments. It includes information on removing graffiti, best technical practice expected of specialist graffiti-removal contractors, and prevention measures. Also discusses 'street art' in the context of its public acceptance and need to define boundaries between street art and unwanted graffiti.
Document History
Supersedes Graffiti on historic buildings and monuments - methods of removal and prevention (English Heritage, 1999).
Publisher Information
Historic England
Formerly known as English Heritage. Historic England is a public body which looks after the historic environment in England, identifying and protecting heritage. The body also provides information and guidance on the historic environment and helps the public to understand, value and care for historic places.
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