Contents restoration Flashcards
How can artwork be restored?
Use of low pressure airbrushing, dry sponging, powder cleaners, moist brush or cotton swabs.
May require re-framing
How do the characteristics of glazed and unglazed ceramics differ?
Glazed = resistant to heat and non-porous
Unglazed/glazed at low temp. = not resistant to heat, is porous
Dry clean unglazed or worn. Clean with alkaline solution or by using ultrasonic tank
How can kitchenware be restored?
Using ultrasonics, alkaline and de-greasing solutions
Generally robust and responds well to cleaning techniques.
Untreated wood and plastic prone to odor retention & staining-likely to be BER
How can documents and books be restored?
Wear cloth gloves to handle books.
Pages-dry sponging, abraision with soft india rubber erasers or fine sandpaper on blocked page ends
Covers-dry sponge absorbent material. Carefully damp wipe glossy covers. Specialist leather clean.
Discoloured or brittle paper is not reversible.
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How can recorded media be restored?
Wear cloth gloves. Clean discs with alkaline detergent & rinse with deionised water.
How can vinyl be restored?
Dry sponge the label. Clean grooves with fine record brush and neutral detergent. Rinse with deionised water.
How would you deal with misc. items affected by water?
Inspect for potential shrinkage, mould, degrading of decorative finishes and whether electrically unsafe. Discuss value with owner and independently verify.
Restoration must be cost effective.
