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Cunha, George Martin – American Archivist, 1990
Overview of current trends in the preservation of library materials discusses collections conservation and management; climate control; insect and mold control; fire control; the effects of compact shelving; freezing and freeze-drying; space drying; alkaline paper; recycled paper; mass deacidification; and paper strengthening. (27 notes and…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Environmental Influences, Fire Protection, Insects
Wood Lee, Mary – 1988
This study focuses on the prevention and basic treatment of recurring mold growth in tropical climates where library-wide environmental control is not always possible. The introduction discusses major climatic groups; the effects of climate on specific materials found in library resources; and the range of options for modifying the environment.…
Descriptors: Climate, Climate Control, Emergency Programs, Environmental Influences