Paper Conservation

 

805 Conservation specializes in the conservation of archival material and works of art on paper and parchment; ranging from posters and maps to prints, photographs, drawings, manuscripts, books, and original artwork.

 
 
 

Mechanical Surface Cleaning

Using safe non aqueous methods to remove surface dirt from the object.

 

Repair

Japanese tissue and paste are used to repair small pinpricks to large rips in objects.

 

Backing Removal

Removing backings of artworks, photographs and documents that are causing damage to the object.

 

Lining

Lining a paper object with another sheet of paper can increase the strength and durability of fragile objects.

 

Humidification

Relaxing the paper and supports as a precursor to washing or flattening.

 

Toning

Using washable pigments toning is used to visually blend repairs into the whole of the object.

 

Washing

Using deionized water to wash away dirt and pollutants. Can improve the appearance and structural integrity of the paper.

 

Mounting

Using non adhesive or minimally adhesive mounting techniques to aid in framing or long term storage.