Conservation of wooden vernacular architecture – lessons and experience from the work carried out

Piotr Kłoda

Abstract

Technical problems of the protection and conservation of wooden vernacular architecture are illustrated in the example of integrated conservation work carried out. Presented are the findings and experience from 30 years of practice in the restoration of historic wooden structures. From the position of conservation practice are the main threat technical, social and formal for the preservation of wooden vernacular architecture. Discussed in detail the state of preservation and causes of damage and the scope of maintenance of the most important elements of historic timber structures: foundations, coats stone foundations, walls, roof rafters, underroofs. Mentioned methods, techniques and materials used in the preservation of monuments of wooden architecture. The summary is presented proposals setting out the conditions necessary for taking effective action conservation. It touches issues of competence, accountability and integration of activities.