Tips on how to deal with mold & mildew

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Interesting little gadget I found while checking prices for dehumidifiers at Sears. Now Sears is Sears no matter where you are right? Whether stock is available is the question.

Eva-Dryer, closet dehumidifier http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605...humidifier


Tips from an earlier post on storing books, paintings and photos (Star Bulletin article)Quick tips
Books
» A cool, dry environment helps prevent mold and the cracking and drying of pages.

» Stand books up squarely; avoid angling; if laying them flat, don't stack them. Use polyester squares to prevent rubbing.

» Keep away from sources of light.

» Don't wrap books in plastic; they will emit gas during decomposition.

Paintings

» Keep temperature constant and humidity at 40 to 60 percent (find hygrometers at hardware stores).

» Use indirect lighting; halogen is a good choice. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.

» Use a soft, sable-hair brush such as a makeup brush to clean surface every four to six months.

» A good storage method is to place paintings in a closet with a stiff board protecting the image side and a backing board at the reverse.

Photographs

» Keep away from dust and light. Use acid-, sulfur- and peroxide-free, chemically stable plastic or paper enclosures.

» Ideal storage temperature is 68 degrees and a humidity range of 30 to 40 percent.

» When framing, use rag-board mats, archive-quality material and ultraviolet-filtering Plexiglas.


Source: American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works


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