a) how big r the prints?

b) polyester sleves are cheaper and better in my opinion.

c) small prints will stand in a row if done right

d) use drop lid boxes for the larger ones

just my method

Terry Vidal
Collections Manager
University of Northern Iowa Museum


Museum discussion list wrote:
>
> Hello everyone,
>
>         I am currently working on proper storage of a collection of
> prints. Several resources have suggested stacking the prints in a solander
> box interleaved with acid-free tissue. My question is: how many can be
> stacked?
>
>         As with most collections, the prints are of varying sizes, and
> several are embossed. Stacking the solander box full would not only make
> the box too heavy to move safely, but also would put excessive pressure on
> the prints. I would appreciate any suggestions or thoughts you have had on
> the matter.
>
> many thanks,
>
> Susan Hayes-McQueen
> Graduate Student, Museology