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Notre‑Dame Nave Ceiling Repair: Ribs and Webs
Technical methods for repairing rib vaults at Notre‑Dame: reconnection, web stitching, and compatible mortars.
1/19/2026
15 min read
Vault repair is delicate surgery. Teams reconnect ribs, stitch webs, and grout to re‑establish continuity.
🧰 Methods
- Pins & plates: Stainless connectors for cracked ribs.
- Web stitching: Needle repairs and micro‑mortars.
- Monitoring: Sensors verify movement.
📐 Compatibility
- Mortars: Lime‑based for breathability.
- Inserts: Reversible where possible.
- Visuals: Retain grain and color.
A vault is a tent of stone—care reconnects the seams.
About the Author
Structural Engineer
As a Paris lover and careful traveler, I created this guide to help visitors connect with Notre‑Dame’s stories — where faith, craft, and community meet.
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Vault Repair
Ribs
Webs
Mortars
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