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Arc de Triomphe Conservation: Methods and Timeline
An accessible summary of how the Arc is maintained and restored, from surface care to structural monitoring.
1/29/2026
11 min read
Conservation balances stability and appearance — ethics guide minimum intervention.
🛠️ Methods
- Surface cleaning: Remove deposits; avoid over‑whitening.
- Joint repair: Repointing stops water ingress.
- Monitoring: Sensors track settlement and cracking.
📅 Preventive Rhythm
| Interval | Task |
|---|---|
| Quarterly | Visual inspection |
| Annual | Cleaning trials; mapping |
| 5‑year | Structural survey; instrumentation review |
Auteur
Conservator
Als Parijs‑liefhebber en reisschrijver heb ik deze gids gemaakt om bezoekers te helpen de verhalen van de Arc te beleven — van triomfantelijke ambitie tot stille herinnering.
Tags
Restoration
Conservation
Maintenance
Stonework
Cleaning
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