The Restoration School continues, and over the first three days participants have already mastered essential theoretical and practical skills that form the foundation of proper conservation of a historic wooden gate.
Day II focused on introducing the technological principles of DOBA — a comprehensive approach to preserving authentic wooden structures. After the theoretical part, participants proceeded to practice: they carried out mechanical and chemical removal of overpaint layers, revealing the original surface and its historical texture.
Day III began with an important component of a restorer’s training — the theory of restoration ethics, which helps form the right approach to heritage objects, balance between preservation and intervention, and responsibility toward both the author and the material. The practical session included further delicate cleaning of the gate: participants continued removing remaining overpaint, eliminated persistent surface contamination, and carried out biocidal and fire-retardant treatment of the wood.
The school is gaining momentum — and ahead lies even more work, discoveries, and hands-on skills that will help restore the historic gate and preserve it for future generations.
