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steps to care for damaged photos and documents: | | 1) |
Be careful not to touch the fragile surface of wet photographs
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If the photograph or document is in a frame, remove them immediately to dry on
its own
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Rinse the surface of the photo or document with clean water
| | 4) |
If photos need to be transferred, you may stack them, but only after putting a
sheet of wax paper between each photo. Then place them in a ventilated bag
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Place them in a freezer of refrigerator if you can not attend to them right away
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Do not place them in a plastic bag if you can not get them into a freezer right
away. Sealing damp items cause mold to grow and deteriorate your piece
| | 7) |
When ready, separate each photo and dry them, face up on a clean/dry surface.
Be sure to open a window, or increase air circulation with a fan, air conditional
or dehumidifier to reduce risk of mold or mildew
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Make sure not to put them in direct sunlight since it may dry the photo or document
too quickly causing splits, buckling or other irreversible damage
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If you are concerned about your photo curling, or the extent of the damage, take
it to your local conservator, or framing specialist
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Please note that if the photographs have dried while stuck together or have become
moldy, it may not be possible to save them
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Links About Restoring Artwork After A Natural Disaster | | | http://aic.stanford.edu/library/online/disaster/tentip.html | | | http://aic.stanford.edu/library/online/disaster/phsalv.html | | | http://www.loc.gov/preserv/care/paper.html | | | http://www.heritagepreservation.org/news/SaveTreasRight.htm |
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