CONSERVATION FAQS
CONSERVATION VS RESTORATION
Conservation: preserve the object intact and maintain the long-term preservation; keep object as is, but stabilize so that it will not deteriorate further
Restoration: change the visual and physical integrity of the object to make it look new
Preventative Care (also referred to as preventive conservation):
The mitigation of deterioration and damage to cultural property through the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures for the following: appropriate environmental conditions; handling and maintenance procedures for storage, exhibition, packing, transport, and use; integrated pest management; emergency preparedness and response; and reformatting / duplication. AIC - 19
Learn more about Textile Conservation from these sites
The American Institute for Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works
http://www.conservation-us.org/
WIKI
The Textile Specialty Group (TSG) of the
American Institute for Conservation
http://www.conservation-wiki.com/index.php?title=Textiles
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