Which maintenance activity reverses spalling during restoration of Mughal pietra dura?

💡 Explanation

Spalling of pietra dura occurs because water penetrates micro-cracks, weakening the adhesive. Applying epoxy consolidates the decaying stone via capillary action, therefore stopping further dislodgement, rather than surface protectants which only delay ingress.

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