Program

Preservation and Access: Preservation and Access Projects Pre-1996

Period of Performance

10/1/1987 - 5/31/1990

Funding Totals (outright + matching)

$125,284.00 (approved)
$113,947.39 (awarded)


Investigation of the Effects of Re-sizing Papers in Book Conservation

FAIN: PS-20125-88

Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD 21218-2608)
M. Susan Barger (Project Director: December 1986 to September 1990)

To support a research project on the effects of re-sizing on book paper and thelongevity of books that have been rebound. The findings are expected to add tothe understanding and practice of conservators and preservation administrators.