Update on the Reformulating Beva 371 Project: A Virtual Discussion

AIC's Paintings Specialty Group hosted an "Update on the Reformulating Beva 371 Project: A Virtual Discussion" on February 24, 2025. Panelists shared results from the multi-year Reformulating Beva 371 Project, headed by Chris McGlinchey and supported by the Getty Foundation via their Conserving Canvas initiative. The Project is focused on working with Conservator’s Products Company in the U.S. and Centro Trattamento Superfici (aka CTS) in Europe to make the optimized formulation commercially available.

The panelists reviewed the studies conducted on the traditional solvent-based version of the optimized formula, in comparison to the original and current blend. They also introduced two solvent-free forms: pre-blended pellets and an open-weave non-woven fabric of (at least) two different densities. 

• There was a long Q&A period that is included in the recording. 
• Presentation slides are available on the Handouts tab.

Note: The panellists are not receiving remuneration from the companies that commercialize Beva. The purpose of this virtual presentation is to provide information on the new formulation and answer related questions to aid conservators in their decisions-making.

All specialties are invited to participate. Join PSG to have the fee waived for this event!