Lab Testing

Mortar Analysis
BCA's lab is equipped to conduct several types of analysis, including wet-chemical, x-ray diffraction (XRD), and petrography. The choice of method is usually based on the purpose of the analysis.

Compositional Analysis
BCA is equipped to conduct compositional analyses of building materials to characterize the materials and to determine the compatibility of potential replacements. When applicable, testing follows standardized test methods developed by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

• Weathering Properties
• Chemical Spot Testing for Pigment and Media Identification
• Petrographic Analysis
• Metals Identification and Conditions Analysis
• Wood Identification and Conditions Analysis
• Paint Stripping Tests (Chemical and Non-Chemical) on All Surfaces
• Cleaning Tests (Chemical and Non-Chemical) on All Surfaces
• Water Absorption Testing
• Capillary Take-Up
• Testing for Performance of Building Materials
• Identification of Salts and Salt Content
• Material Composition
• X-Ray Diffraction Analysis
• Fluorescence Microscopy
• Scanning Electron Microscopy
• Polarized Light Microscopy
• Mass Spectrometry