Monday, 14 January 2013

To save a cathedral, marinate in olive oil

Acid rain has been destroying York Minister in England, but an extract that includes olive oil may help, preservationists say.
One of the most beautiful and revered cathedrals in Christendom, York Minster in northern England has survived war, looting, fire, pillaging and other threats over the centuries. But the Gothic masterpiece is crumbling due to a relatively recent enemy: acid rain. Preservationists, however, may have found a way to protect it using a common kitchen item.