Use the links above or below to browse questions by subject/format.
- General Preservation
- Audio-Visual Materials
- Books
- Collection Emergencies
- Paper (manuscripts, drawings, newspapers, prints, posters, maps, etc.)
- Photographs and Film
- Reformatting/Digitizing
If you don't see your question among the FAQ, you can submit your inquiry to the preservation librarian using the Preservation Ask a Librarian form.
Services we cannot provide: Conservation (including review, examination, treatment); Digitization/reformatting; Access to/use of Library equipment; Project funding; Appraisals; Recommendations for products or vendors; Materials testing or analysis; Preservation courses or classes; Responses to vendors seeking to sell or promote commercial products
The information in these FAQ reflects best library preservation practices. The Library of Congress will not be responsible for damage to your collection should damage result from the use of this information.
The Library of Congress does not recommend specific product brands, vendors, or service providers.
