Location Matters! Many people store old belongings and family photos and heirlooms in their basements and attics. If you are one of those people, we…
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This ledger dates from 1832—when Andrew Jackson was President and Abraham Lincoln was only 23 years old! It has been in the owner’s family for…
Archival Solution of the Week: Filmoplast Tapes Ahhh, tape!!! It is your worst enemy, and your best friend.…
It’s officially summer! So, if it’s summer, it’s . . . Whoa. Wait a minute. Did I just say “time to save your…
Updated: September 15, 2025 There are several words that you should know and understand when you are looking for safe, long-term, archival storage and presentation…
Many different types of important photographs, prints, documents, books, collections, fabrics and family artifacts can be organized and archivally preserved by individuals working at home…
Insects, sunlight, dust, mold, and mishandling can be harmful to books. But perhaps the greatest threat to these artifacts—other than fire and theft—is water damage.…
This blog post was update on August 27, 2025 Books can be damaged by several factors including moisture, heat, sunlight, insects, and general mishandling. Here…
