Any information on the "new" black Gel Pens ?   I have folders that have
been written on - bleeds regular ink,
Labels fall off as the glue drys up or vaporizes.  In place of black
Lacquer pens which are expensive due to dry out points.

I take them as likely carbon black suspended in the gel.  So far it
works good.     I use the Lacquer pens when writing on Tyvet (sp)
sheets I use a non-profit I work in.

Martin

On 4/9/2014 5:40 PM, Ed and Susan wrote:
> Masonite gives off acidic fumes over time, as does wood and other non-archival materials such as cork and cotton. However, Ethafoam is a white, semi-translucent foam that is sold as blocks, sheets, or rolls, is archival, can easily be cut to size, and prevents things slipping around.
>
> Just wanted to remind everyone that the ink in ordinary ball point pens and felt pens is not archival. As well as making the air in contact with it acidic, it also fades remarkably over time.
>
> Pencil on the other hand is totally archival. And these days acid-free paper is much easier to come by than it used to be.
>
> Susan J. Hewitt
>
> On Apr 9, 2014, at 5:42 PM, Dale Snyder <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
>> I've been unpacking a shell collection that we found stored in a warehouse for over 20 years. The cabinets are wood, but what I found of interest is the material used for the bottom of the drawers. The bottoms are wood-toned Masonite with the rough side inside. Over the years I've tried or seen different materials used on the bottoms of drawers to protect the shells from being chipped or from sliding as drawers are opened.
>>
>> I've used felt, but unless you tack it down, it still slips a bit, even when you cut pieces sized to fit into the different sections. I had considered using foam, but now see what a mess it makes as it ages. in some shell collections the type foam they used kind of melted, and stuck to shells and made a mess of them. Another type pretty much turns to dust after long years, but still clings to the shells where they've sat on the foam for long periods. But this 'dusty' foam can be washed off easily. The first type does not.
>> Bubble wrap on the bottom also slides, but if you put the blister side down, it isn't as bad.  Of course, I have no idea of how long a life it has.
>>
>> But the Masonite with it's slightly rough surface keeps shells from sliding about.  Just thought you'd like to know this.
>>
>> Dale Snyder
>>
>>
>> ---- pinotgrigio <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>>
>> =============
>> Thank you all for the great information, tips, and advice!! It is so appreciated and I'm overwhelmed with how kind everyone is and willing to share their pics and helpful websites, contacts etc.
>> I'm now looking into taking vacation in August so I can attend my first COA convention which I'm sure will be so exciting and hope to meet some of you there!
>> Truly grateful,
>> Maureen Keefe
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Apr 6, 2014, at 9:13 AM, Vicky Wall <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi Maureen,
>>> Thank you for asking your questions as I have found some new ideas too! Due to space limitations I don't store all of my shells in cabinets/drawers. I store my larger shells in trays/cases but keep most of my cases empty to use for exhibits. The majority of my shells are self-collected so I have them stored according to their location. I have them in ziplock bags in plastic sterlite containers that stack nicely.
>>> I would love to have everything in plastic containers in trays so they are easier to view. That might be something I'll do in the future.
>>> Thanks again for starting this great thread! If you are able to come to the COA Convention in August in Wilmington, I hope to meet you.
>>>
>>> Vicky Wall
>>> Mayodan, NC
>>>
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: "Leslie Crnkovic" <[log in to unmask]>
>>> To: [log in to unmask]
>>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2014 11:16:29 PM
>>> Subject: [CONCH-L] Shell storage drawer ideas?
>>>
>>> Hi Maureen,
>>>
>>> There are so many ways you can go about this, depending on budget,
>>> aesthetics, and space.
>>> Many of my storage drawers are homemade, or modified dressers etc.  Tutu
>>> Eclectica.
>>>
>>> Others... STEEL
>>> Vizidex - the old file drawer system to store 5.5 x 8 Index Cards.
>>> The drawers were only 1" high (cards laid flat and flopped back and forth),
>>> perfect of the 1x1, 1x2, & 2x2 plastic boxes etc.
>>> I have 3 units, totaling 36 Legal Size 1" high Drawers.  Very compact.
>>> Problem,  Difficult to find these anymore.
>>>
>>> Summer 2012 I also bought Flat File Cabinets ...used for storing Blueprints
>>> and Maps.  I have 1" high and 2" high drawer sets.
>>> Should have stuck with all 2".  I don't seem to have enough under 1" high
>>> shells to fill 20 - 1" x 3 ft D x 4 ft W Drawers.
>>> You can often buy these used reasonably priced at the local used office
>>> furniture co.
>>>
>>> PLASTIC BOXES.
>>>
>>> AMAC makes a premium product.  You can buy direct with an order minimum.
>>> There boxes ate well made, squared corners,  crystal clear, and a full OD of
>>> 1x1, 1x2, & 2x2
>>> These products are also sold at the Container Store... so a good way to try
>>> them out.
>>> www.amacpackaging.com
>>>
>>> Althor, has a less expensive product.  Rounded corners, and closer to 3/4"
>>> rather than a full 1"
>>> The plastic is not as brittle and is not as clear.    You can buy direct
>>> with an order minimum.
>>> Micro collectors such as Emilio Garcia prefer Althor it because it is
>>> smaller than the full 1", thus more will fit in his drawers.
>>> www.althor.com
>>>
>>> AMAC and Althor both have a wide variety of sizes of boxes other than the
>>> ones above.
>>> Also, both have been easy to work with in the past, but I have not needed to
>>> buy in 10 years.
>>>
>>> Over the years, I switched back and forth using the old paperboard boxes
>>> with clear tops,
>>> to plastic boxes, to zip-lock bags of different sizes then back to the
>>> plastic boxes.  What I have is a mix.
>>> Till last summer, during the previous 3 years I had been blessed to travel
>>> for work and brought back many shells from across the US and abroad,
>>> Plus I have finally started doing some trading.  ...Today, I received a
>>> lovely bunch of common shells from Spain.
>>> Now, in addition to the above, I have many plastic shoe boxes filled with
>>> shells awaiting processing into the collection.
>>>
>>>
>>> Just more to think about...
>>>
>>>
>>> Leslie
>>>
>>>

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