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Salvaging Water-Damaged Family Heirlooms
The damage and loss of cherished family memorabilia and heirlooms is one of the cruelest aspects of unforeseen flooding.

Shelley Diamond
Sep 10, 20212 min read


Moth Infestation Tips! Part 2
Still battling clothes moths at home? Here's a product that actually works.

Shelley Diamond
Jul 13, 20212 min read


Photographer Tip: Reconsidering Safe Deposit for Storage
Safe deposit boxes are a great option for storing documents, but may not be the best location for artists to store their work.

Shelley Diamond
Aug 23, 20204 min read


Collector Tip: Storing Photographs
Boxes plays a central role in preserving your important photographic prints.

Shelley Diamond
Jul 16, 20204 min read


Collector Tip: Beware of Wood
Wood may be beautiful, but it's not a good material for safely storing or displaying your valued collections.

Shelley Diamond
Jul 3, 20203 min read


Essentials of Safe Storage
Any property that has value to you – art, antiques, or your grandmother’s wedding dress - will last longer when properly stored.

Shelley Diamond
Jun 26, 20204 min read


Controlling Light Damage
Light is one of the most common and damaging threats to objects and works of art in your home.

Shelley Diamond
Apr 30, 20204 min read


Moth Infestation! Everything You Need to Know
If unattended, clothes moths can wreak tremendous damage to clothing and textiles, and they're a challenge to eradicate.

Shelley Diamond
Apr 23, 20204 min read
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