by Sholeen Sanker | Jun 27, 2014 | ETHER Conservation, Tips and Tricks
Week 25: All boxes used to store items should be pH balanced, acid free and lignin free. Rationale: Boxes made to these specification have a better preservation, last longer and so not release harmful chemicals as time progresses. Recommendation: Check the pH balance...
by Sholeen Sanker | Jun 17, 2014 | ETHER Conservation, Tips and Tricks
Week 24: Seal and black out windows and unused doors in the storage locations. Rationale: This will prevent harmful ultra violent(UV) light from entering the storage location, as well as to improve additional security.
by Sholeen Sanker | Jun 2, 2014 | Tips and Tricks
Week 23: No water pipes (besides sprinklers) should run along any surface of the storage location. Rationale: The potential for water damage is greater and could possibly lead to dampness, change in environmental conditions, and to mould and mildew growth in the...
by Sholeen Sanker | Jun 2, 2014 | Tips and Tricks
Week 22: No Wooden Shelving Rationale: Wood products are not recommended due to off gassing. Primarily acids from wood and formaldehyde from adhesives. Oak wood is especially acidic. Recommendation: Steel shelving with suit epoxy coating that do not off gas. Shelving...
