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Which pen should I use? 5 tests to see which is best!

Not sure which black pen to use? here are 5 tests that should help you make the correct choice of pen for your needs.

There are records which speak of the use of water for magnification as far back as 4000 years ago in both ancient China and Greece. A lot's changed the flexible nature in which a digital microscope, with the various mounting options, can be used is ideal for conservation, especially for field work or objects that are too large to move.

Brushing up on brushes

Got a soft spot for brushes? but how soft?

When putting this post together we searched for a more descriptive and flexible noun for the definition of the word 'Soft'. If there is one we couldn't find it. So, here's a picture of many of our cleaning and

Using UV light in conservation

UV is often the enemy in conservation. But it can also be a force for good! So how can conservators use ultra-violet light?

Chances are that you spend far more time working out how to block damaging UV light, than

It's all relative, humidity...

Last month we wrote about the importance of managing light to prevent damage to collections – we’re completing the story with a few tips on managing humidity and temperature.

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Got a soft spot for brushes? but how soft?

UV is often the enemy in conservation. But it can also be a force for good! So how can conservators use ultra-violet light?

It's all relative, humidity...

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