Phillip Ward in his pamphlet "Getting the Bugs Out" notes that silverfish may not be a major cause of damage; however, they do feed on starchy substances (particularly, the bindings of books). They are indicators of poor environmental conditions (too damp, overheating, poor housekeeping, etc.). Correcting the environment is the thing to do--the silverfish will leave of their own accord. ------------------------------------------------------------ Tim McShane, Assistant--Cultural History Medicine Hat Museum and Art Gallery 1302 Bomford Crescent S.W. Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5E6 (403) 502-8587 [log in to unmask] >>> [log in to unmask] 7/7/2004 12:48:52 PM >>> Hello and help please! We received a call regarding a private collection. This one involves silverfish in an assortment of antique books, papers and paintings. We have never had this issue in our facility and could not answer the patrons questions regarding treatment. Can anyone offer advice and or treatment options??? Please and thank you. Darcy Thornborrow Education Facilitator Herrett Center for Arts and Science P.O. Box 1238 315 Falls Avenue Twin Falls, ID, 83316-1238 208-732-6664 FAX: 208-736-4712 ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes). Disclaimer: The information transmitted is intended only for the addressee and may contain confidential, proprietary and/or privileged material. Any unauthorized review, distribution or other use of or the taking of any action in reliance upon this information is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and delete or destroy this message and any copies ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).