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2009/4/5 Buhlig, Will <[log in to unmask]>

>  I search for solutions regarding an issue my historic house museum is
> experiencing with a tour carpet.
>
> The problem centers on a large length modern tour carpet with a smooth
> rubber base placed atop a reproduction area rug in a period room. When
> visitors walk across the tour carpet, it bows and wrinkles, resulting in a
> substantial tripping hazard. Considering how the exhibit room is arranged
> and our established tour route, there is no logical (or practical) alternate
> path through this space.
>
> It has been suggested that I adhere the plastic hook portion of a Velcro
> strip to the tour carpet underside to hold it in place. I resist
> implementing this because of damage to the reproduction rug.  I’ve got other
> possible solutions in mind but wanted to submit this question to this
> diverse group of museum pros.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Will Buhlig
>
> Assistant Director
>
> Robert R. McCormick Museum
>
> Phone: 630 260-8257
>
> Fax: 630 260-8160
>
> www.cantigny.org
>
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