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Textile Preservation Techniques
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Controlled Environment Storage
Textiles are stored in environments with regulated temperature and humidity to prevent deterioration. Commonly used for museum collections.
Acid-Free Storage Materials
Textiles are wrapped or stored in acid-free boxes to prevent chemical degradation. Often used for archival storage.
Archival Mounting
Textiles are carefully mounted on archival-quality boards or forms to maintain shape and prevent stress. Typically applied in exhibitions.
Freezing
Freezing textiles can eliminate infestations by pests. Freezing is done at a specific temperature and duration.
Anoxic Treatment
Removing oxygen from the environment to prevent pest damage without using toxic substances. Ideal for organic textiles.
Microclimate Enclosures
Creating a small, controlled climate around a particular textile item to provide a stable environment. Used for delicate or extremely valuable pieces.
Dry Cleaning
Gentle cleaning method involving chemicals that do not harm textiles. Used for removing surface dirt and stains.
Wet Cleaning
Careful hand washing or immersion in water with mild detergents. Reserved for textiles that are stable when wet.
Light Filtering and Shielding
Protecting textiles from harmful UV rays using filters or shields to prevent fading and fiber degradation.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
A preventive approach to pest control that involves monitoring and maintaining the environment to prevent infestations.
Deacidification
Neutralizing acids within the textile fibers to stop further chemical breakdown. Used when textiles are showing signs of acid degradation.
Dye and Color Stabilization
Treating textiles to prevent dye bleeding and fading. Applied to textiles with unstable or sensitive dyes.
Support Stitching
Using stitches to provide structural support to weakened areas of a textile. Utilized particularly in conservation treatments.
Humidification and Flattening
Introducing controlled humidity to relax fibers followed by gentle flattening. Used to reduce creases and fold lines.
Laser Cleaning
A non-contact cleaning process using laser ablation to remove surface contaminants without physical touch. Suitable for very fragile textiles.
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