Good morning or afternoon to you in Milan Slovenia. As to your question ,
Oak has a high acid content and should not be used . A complete list of
"preserving your collection" can be found in the Conch-L archives . I do
remember that air circulation is of utmost importance. if your building your
own cabinets why not install a small electric fan in the back to help
facilitate the circulation, it's not only acidic materials but stagnate air
that causes the Bligh's disease. also , as I remember, high humidity can
cause problems but once again a good circulation will thwart any concern.
If I had to guess I would say that pine would be not only the cheapest but
also the least likely to cause damage. If you're to use sealants may I
recommend 1st applying a diluted coat of shellac, light sanding then at
least 2 coats of a good polyurethane, light sand and a buff with furniture
wax not pledge, this will properly seal the wood.
Mark & Peta  Bethke
Hollywood, Florida
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From: Jasna Peternel <[log in to unmask]>
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Date: Monday, August 24, 1998 7:52 AM
Subject: acid/nonacid wood
 
 
>Dear friends,
>
>I decided to buy or make myself a wooden cabinet for storage of shells.
>All I know is that wood should not be acid.
>Can someone tell me exactly which sort of wood is acid/nonacid
>please?Which sort exactly is suitable for storing shells and which is
>not?Is it allowed that wood is varnished or varnish can somehow attack
>shells?Thanks for your answers.
>With best regards,Milan,Slovenia
>