Url http://www.loc.gov/preserv/care/leather.html Description Use of leather dressing for the treatment of rare leather bound books and library materials. Random Quote Leather Dressing (Preservation Directorate, Library of Congress).
>> Leather Dressings Leather dressings were at one time thought to be useful in extending the life of leather bindings. Experience has shown, however, that its benefit is primarily cosmetic
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1. Caring for Textiles

Effects of environmental factors, including light, temperature and humidity, and pollution, and proper storage and housekeeping of textiles. From the AIC.
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American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works
Source: A Public Trust at Risk: The Heritage Health Index Report on the State of America’s Collections © 2005 Heritage Preservation, Inc. More information at As you can see, AIC has a new website

2. Philatelic Stamp Care and Preservation

Techniques preventing damage. Articles and images of effects due to paper, plastic, light, temperature, humidity, and pollutants.
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Philatelic preservation and care of your stamps will increase the value and rarity of your collectible items of philately - learn how to
Philatelic Stamp Care and Preservation to learn why there is more than one P in Philately The other 4 P' s are : P aper, P lastic, P recipitation (humidity), and P hotons (light) The stamps below

3. Repairing Paper Artifacts

Procedures and supplies needed to repair paper and reinforce weak areas in paper artifacts.
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to view a full list of available leaflets 7.3 Repairing Paper Artifacts Why Repair Paper Artifacts? Tears are repaired most often to improve the appearance of a torn paper artifact, to prevent a
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4. The Library of Congress: Emergency Drying Procedures for Water Damaged Collections

Techniques and procedures to follow to salvage water damaged library collections, including books, framed items, photographic materials. Paper and mold damaged materials.
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Emergency Drying Procedures for Water-Damaged Collections (Preservation Directorate, Library of Congress).
>> Emergency Drying Procedures for Water Damaged Collections Wear protective, latex gloves and long sleeves. If mold is present, wear a respirator. Some mold species are toxic; if any health
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5. EFESTUS Project

Strategies for conservation, restoration and valorization of historical and archaeological copper-based artifacts from Mediterranean Countries.
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