Removal of mildew on prints.....

Mike · Post by **Mike** » Fri 22 Sep, 2006 6:38 am

'Morning all,

Is there any way to neutralise/remove mildew from old prints etc?. Some of the ones we see have a type that just brushes off,but most have the usual black spots.

I guess that once it's taken hold it's going to be hard achieve a visual improvement,but the big question is can it be killed?. I'd read that strong UV light might kill it off,but the effect on the print would be detrimental.

Thanks,Mike

markw · Post by **markw** » Fri 22 Sep, 2006 7:17 am

My advice would be to get a paper conservator to fix it.

Mike · Post by **Mike** » Mon 25 Sep, 2006 7:06 pm

Hi,

Thanks for the replies both,although it's not a serious problem for this particular customer,here in the deepest, darkest part of Wales lots of older houses have condensation issues,and we're seeing loads of work being bought in for a reframe and spruce up with this concern.

Regards,Mike