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Good afternoon, TexConLers – Yes, I’ve
used the Sterilite brand as well as the Rubbermaid brands of
polyprop/polyethylene containers for textile/costume storage, especially for
clients who have humidity problems (uncontrolled) in the storage areas where
the textiles/costumes are stored. Other types of objects stored: costume
accessories (i.e. shoes, purses, parasols) and dolls (mixed medias). I always
line the containers with prewashed cotton muslin so that none of the objects
can be in close intimate contact with the plastic itself and to also provide
additional protection from light exposure. If the containers have holes in the
handle areas (to allow air to escape, I assume, when putting the lid on), I
fill the holes with knotted polyester twill tape as I don’t want any
possible dust/insect invasions. Regards, Margaret (Meg) Geiss-Mooney Textile/Costume Conservator Professional Associate, AIC mgmooney@xxxxxxxxxxxx Being unsure of the contents of the more flexible and
color-dyed lid, I have used the Sterilite "under-the-bed" container
for temporary storage of projects in treatment, using lids I make from
Coroplast. I simply score, notch and fold the lid to fit over the lips of
the Sterite container…. ….The containers can be seen at these two
web pages: Since they are made from polypropylene, there is no
issue of pH. The Material Safety Data Sheet shows a melting point of
130-150 degrees C. It also says "Adequate ventilation must be
provided to remove fumes generated" and that pellets used for making
them have "a slightly paraffinic odor." Has anyone used such products for textile
storage? Does anyone have any thoughts or comments about using these
containers for this purpose? One advantage is the cost: very low, and the
items are available locally. I know that static can build up on coroplast
storage boxes (also made from polypropylene) so can I assume that these
containers would also have static build up? -- -- |