If you missed our popular webinar on document preservation with cultural heritage professional Rebecca Elder, you're in luck! The recording is now available!
The best way to predict how paper will deteriorate is to know how it was created. Rebecca provides a brief history of paper-making, including the materials used, and reviews the chemical processes that cause the deterioration of paper materials.
What should you look for when purchasing archival storage materials? What types of plastic are safe for document storage? Rebecca reviews the definitions of acid-free, lignin-free and alkaline-buffered materials and the best storage options based on the quantity and size of your documents.
Should you handle documents with or without gloves? Rebecca discusses how to handle fragile documents safely.