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Identifying the dyes used in historical textiles to understand their composition and to aid in accurate restoration.

A method for cleaning and realigning fibres in textiles that are robust enough to be wetted.

Involves stabilizing and preserving the structural integrity of historic tapestries.

A technique used to support weak textiles by attaching them to a stable fabric.

The use of adhesives to repair or reinforce textiles.

The careful elimination of stains from textiles during conservation.

Protecting textiles from insects and other pests that can cause damage.

Determining the resistance of dyes in textiles to fading or running.

Managing the amount of light to which a textile is exposed to prevent degradation.

Involved controlled washing techniques specific to textile conservation.

Technique used to restore lost or damaged parts of the textile pattern.

Recording the condition of textiles before, during, and after conservation work.

Used to relax creases and folds in textiles without direct contact with liquid water.

A technique used for textiles that have been water-damaged, especially from floods.

A technique to eradicate pests from textiles without chemicals.

Recreating missing portions of a textile or replicating texture using digital tools.

The use of microscopes to examine and analyze fibres, weaves, and degradation on a microscopic level.