Services
Pneumatic Fossil Preparation
- Scribe Work
This type of fossil preparation uses air pens (like mini jackhammers) and rotary grinding tools powered by compressed air to remove matrix from your fossil.
We use a selection of pneumatic tools that allow for bulk matrix removal down to the preparation of the finest details.
All fossils are prepared to museum grade standards using a microscope.
Pneumatic Fossil Preparation
- Air Abrasive
Also known as micro-sandblasting, abrasive techniques use tiny particles propelled by compressed air to remove unwanted matrix from the fossil. This is usually used in cases where the fossil is significantly harder than the matrix or for the finishing touches on a preparation.
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AVAILABLE EARLY 2025
Chemical Preparation
Chemical preparation uses acid, alkali or surfactants to remove the matrix from around your fossil. The type of chemical necessary for the preparation depends entirely on the material of the matrix and fossil.
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We currently offer acid preparation which is mostly useful for phosphatic bone material in limestones.​
Pricing
Preparation costs start at £20 per hour excluding the cost for specialist materials.
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Each preparation job will come with a Treatment Record that documents all procedures, tools and materials which have been used.
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Contact us for an estimated quote at:
make sure to include some information about your fossil such as where you found it and how large it is, an image including something for scale would help too.
Conservation
We conserve all fossils as we prepare them, making sure that the fossil retains structural integrity while removing the matrix but we can also conserve fossils that might be starting to look a little bit sad, restoring them to their former glory. This includes treating pyrite decay.
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We also assist in field conservation during excavations, stabilising, consolidating and plaster-jacketing fossils before they can get fully conserved in a lab.
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