Acidic - Artifact Services

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A state in which the pH is less than pH7. Pure cellulose is initially slightly acidic, but on exposure to light, oxygen, pollutant gasses, and acidic materials in its environment, its pH can decrease, thus increasing in acidity, resulting in degradation of the sheet.

Works on Paper Conservation
The Recovery and Treatment of an Original WWI Liberty Bond Poster
This original WWI Liberty Bond poster sat rolled in water for three weeks, resulting in disfiguring water damage including severe discoloration, delamination from the mount and wrinkling throughout. When works on paper, prints, drawings, lithographs, etchings, etc are damaged from a water or fire loss; it is important to consult a conservator. Works on paper are more resilient than most would think.
Framing-Fundamental Lessons for Archival Framing
Emergency Care-Wildfire, Initial Recovery of Fire Damaged Collections
Antique Trader-Fire Protect Your Collectibles

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