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Topic: Laminating a signed Apollo lunar orbit chart?
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garyd2831
Member Posts: 640
From: Syracuse, New York, USA
Registered: Oct 2009
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posted 01-21-2018 11:55 AM
   
I have an Apollo 8 Lunar Orbit Chart signed with quotes from Frank Borman and Jim Lovell and wanted an opinion in regards to having the chart laminated. Would laminating the chart destroy, detract from the signatures or decrease the value of the chart?The reason I ask is because the chart is long, and printed on very lightweight paper. It wasn't made to last forever and by framing it, some type of archival tape would have to be used in order to mount it with possible future damage being had. What do you think?  |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42988
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 01-21-2018 12:07 PM
Generally speaking, any non-reversible action, like heat-activated lamination, is not recommended when it comes to modern preservation techniques. Archival mounting, using acid-free mattes and materials, is preferable if the desire is to display. If not, flat storage between archival-safe sleeves is a better solution. |
rgarner
Member Posts: 1193
From: Shepperton, United Kingdom
Registered: Mar 2012
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posted 01-21-2018 12:31 PM
It is also my understanding that the act of lamination can increase the damage or fading done when exposed to direct sunlight. |
Larry McGlynn
Member Posts: 1255
From: Boston, MA
Registered: Jul 2003
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posted 01-21-2018 01:36 PM
An alternative technique would be to encapsulate the chart in a sealed Mylar enclosure. Then the Mylar can be attached to anything. The Mylar would protect the chart from damage by any adhesive and since the Mylar is coated for UV protection damage from most light sources. |
Altidude
Member Posts: 57
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Registered: Jan 2016
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posted 01-21-2018 04:52 PM
Another option is to find a paper conservator who can stabilize the artifact from further degradation. Usually this is due to the acidity in the paper. This process can take some time though. I found my contact through my framer who uses the experts from a nationally known museum. Afterwards, you will need to frame appropriately with UV protection.I would not laminate as I feel that this would detract greatly from the value. |
garyd2831
Member Posts: 640
From: Syracuse, New York, USA
Registered: Oct 2009
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posted 01-21-2018 04:58 PM
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Originally posted by Larry McGlynn:
An alternative technique would be to encapsulate the chart in a sealed Mylar enclosure.
I like that idea if there is a way to have a custom one made for its size... 40 inches long. Is there a company than can do this request? |
mf451
Member Posts: 61
From: NY, NY
Registered: Nov 2014
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posted 01-21-2018 05:09 PM
Gary, reach out to TALAS. They do a lot of custom work for conservators and archivists, including mylar. Good luck! |
garyd2831
Member Posts: 640
From: Syracuse, New York, USA
Registered: Oct 2009
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posted 01-21-2018 05:17 PM
Thanks for the link. I'll contact them to see what they can do. |
lspooz
Member Posts: 384
From: Greensboro, NC USA
Registered: Aug 2012
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posted 01-21-2018 07:48 PM
The standard Mylar Brodart archival book covers (10 to 20 yard rolls, I'd buy the Just-A-Fold in whatever height you want for about $15-25, from Manaus Books) will give you enough for more than a dozen such charts, and your books...
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