Paper Conservation Catalog

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NOTE TO THE READER (May 2008): this is a facsimile of the Paper Conservation Catalog (PCC), published from 1984 1994 by the AIC Book and Paper Group, with assistance from the National Endowment for the Humanities. The PCC was developed by, and for, professional conservators. While persons in related fields will benefit from being acquainted with its content, the PCC is not intended to provide step-by-step recipes for the untrained. When using chapters, readers are strongly encouraged to consult the growing body of relevant literature published since the PCC ended.

The PCC began as a volunteer, collaborative effort, in the absence of much published literature, to exchange information among paper conservators, particularly the specific techniques and insights gained through practical experience. Readers will notice that, over the years, most chapters grew in length and incorporated more bibliographic references, as the availability of other literature increased. Readers are encouraged to read the front matter for further details on the project and its participants. The AIC Book and Paper Group Publications Committee is currently working with a special task force to determine the future of the project.

When citing this facsimile, the following format is suggested:

Henry, Walter, et al. 1988. Sizing/resizing. Chap. 17 in Paper Conservation Catalog. Washington D.C.: American Institute for Conservation Book and Paper Group. http://cool.conservation-us.org/coolaic/bpg/pcc/17_sizing-resizing.pdf (accessed 3/22/2013).

- AIC Book and Paper Group Publications Committee

First Edition
copyright 1984. The. Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works

22. Humidification (1984, Draft)

25. Mending

28. Drying and Flattening

Second Edition
copyright 1985. The Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

3. Media Problems

20. Alkalization and Neutralization

24. Backing Removal

Third Edition
copyright 1986. The Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

6. Visual Examination

Alkalization and Neutralization (1986, Bibliography, Special Considerations)
This was incorporated into 20. Alkalization and Neutralization above.

Fourth Edition
copyright 1987. The Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

26. Filling of Losses

Fifth Edition
copyright 1988. The Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

17. Sizing/ Resizing

23. Consolidation/Fixing/Facing

29. Lining

40. Matting and Framing

Sixth Edition
copyright 1989. The Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

19. Bleaching

46. Adhesives

Seventh Edition
copyright 1990. The Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

4. Support Problems

10. Spot Tests

16. Washing

Eighth Edition
copyright 1992. The Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

13. Foxing

14. Surface Cleaning

15. Hinge, Tape and Adhesive Removal

Ninth Edition
copyright 1994. The Book and Paper Group of the American Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

1. Fiber Identification (Draft)

5. Written Documentation

12. Mold/Fungi

18. Parchment Treatments

30. Inpainting