Adelaide / Caring for older books

Manage the shelf

A focused guide from Shelf Care on Caring for older books.

Guide 02 / Adelaide

Put the idea to work.

Store books away from direct sun, damp and strong heat. Keep them upright with support but not tightly compressed. Inspect periodically for mould or insect activity and seek a conservator for serious damage.

A short practice plan

  1. Store books away from direct sun, damp and strong heat.
  2. Keep them upright with support but not tightly compressed.
  3. Inspect periodically for mould or insect activity and seek a conservator for serious damage.

Continue exploring.

The other Caring for older books guides look at different parts of the practice. Take one useful idea into your next session.