>I am looking for information regarding the decay or life-span of
>monofilament line, a.k.a. fishing line.  Per the artist's instructions, we
>have just used a high grade monofilament to hang a delicate, relatively
>lightweight work of contemporary sculpture.  I am aware that monofilament
>degrades in UV light and would like to set up a reasonable schedule for
>periodically replacing it.  Were it to break, the sculpture would very
>likely be destroyed.  Would once a year be too often?  Not often enough?
>
>Any recommendations or guidance would be welcome.
>


I was in a similar situation a little more than a year ago; I found
searching the Museum-L archives to be helpful to me.  I believe a posting
from about two years ago stated regular nylon monofilament fishing line had
a lifespan of about 7 or 8 years, but there was a suggestion to use
nylon-coated stainless steel fish line, which has the strength of the steel
combined with the cushioning effect of the nylon.  This is what I ended up
using.

Hope this helps.


Tim McShane, Collections Manager
West Parry Sound District Museum

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