In Caring for Your Collections, they recommend a highly diluted solution of
Simple Green.  It's non-toxic and will not leave a residue.  It should kill
germs as well.  The ratio of Simple Green to Water is 1:50. Test it in an
inconspicuous place, as some varnishes will discolor when exposed to water. 

Best of luck.

Michelle

Curator
Hickory Hill
The historic home of Senator Thomas E. Watson.
502 Hickory Hill Drive
Thomson, GA  30824
Phone: 706.595.7777
FAX: 706.595.7177




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From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf
Of Rosalynn MacKenzie
Sent: Monday, December 13, 2004 3:56 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Disinfecting artifacts

Hello Everyone,

Do any of you know of a safe product that we can use to wash 100 year old 
desks?  They are used as part of our in house program.  We are interested in

something that is safe for the wood, but will help to kill germs.

Any leads would be most appreciated!



Rosalynn MacKenzie
Collections Assistant
Heritage Schoolhouse
Museum, Archives and Living History Site
York Region District School Board
2 Valleywood Drive
Markham, Ontario
L3R 8H3
(905) 470 6119
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