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Preserve family photo albums in 6 steps

Avoid sticky albums and tape, choose photo-safe sleeves, and store originals in a stable, dry space.

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Library of Congress

Original source guidance: Preserve family photo albums in 6 steps

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The Library of Congress advises photo-safe enclosures that pass the Photographic Activity Test (PAT). Needs vary by photographic process, so consult a conservator before treating rare or damaged originals.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. Identify prints, negatives and albums, and never force apart photographs that are stuck together.
2. Avoid applying tape, glue, sticky labels, clips or rubber bands directly to a photograph.
3. Choose acid-free, lignin-free paper enclosures or stable plastic sleeves demonstrated photo-safe by PAT testing.
4. Use photo-safe corners instead of sticky album sheets, and do not overfill the album.
5. Keep originals in protective boxes in a cool, relatively dry, stable indoor area away from light, basements, attics and heaters.
6. Display copies instead of fragile originals, and label the outside of storage boxes to reduce handling.

Original source guidance: Preserve family photo albums in 6 steps

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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