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Date: Sun, 08 Sep 2002 16:01:48 -0500
From: Mike Flannigan <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Re: Map Conservation
Sender: Mike Flannigan <[log in to unmask]>




I really don't know, so take my advice with a grain of salt.

I'd try rubbing alcohol first, but I suspect that will not work.  Next
I would try acetone in a ventilated area.  It is highly flammable.
Then, I'd seek advice.  But in a pinch and knowing it will remove
the adhesive, I'd use turpentine (or a substitute).  It will work
for sure, but you may not like the staining it might produce.


Mike Flannigan



> Subject: Map Conservation
> Date: Sat, 7 Sep 2002 12:42:06 -0400
> From: Johnnie Sutherland <[log in to unmask]>
>
> We have a collection of "strip" maps dating back to the 1930s. These
> maps were manually drafted with india ink on prepared tracing cloth
> (linen). They are 12" wide and up to 40 feet in length. However, in the
> past they were folded to fit into letter size manila folders and stored
> in a filing cabinet. Repairs and additions were made with cellophane
> tape. Over the years the gum on the tape has migrated onto several
> folds of the linen. What is the best substance to use to remove the gum
> deposits?
>
> JOHN WALLIS <[log in to unmask]>
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