Saving Your Treasures: Furniture

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FURNITURE

 

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Most furniture is structurally complex and made of various materials (wood, metal, textiles, leather, glass, paint, ivory, etc.).

Pieces of furniture have a unique set of deterioration and condition problems relating to their use over time. Furniture pieces are cared for by specialist furniture conservators who have the equipment and expertise to treat and preserve larger pieces of furniture. The videos below and  handouts and websites on the right will guide you in the proper methods for preserving your furniture items.

If you have any questions, ask a conservator.

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TYPES OF OBJECTS

Books, Bibles, Scrapbooks Dishes, Glassware, Silverware Firearms Furniture Jewelry
Native American Items Natural History Specimens Newspaper Photographs
Textiles, Clothing, Uniforms Tools, Mechanical Objects, Instruments Toys Works of Art