Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials

The primary objective of preservation and conservation in library materials is to extend their lifespan and ensure their continued accessibility to users.

Improper handling, exposure to light, and high humidity can all contribute to the deterioration of library materials.

Restoration is the process of restoring damaged library materials to their original condition.

Lamination, encapsulation, and deacidification are all common methods used for preserving paper-based library materials.

Digitization is the process of transferring information from a deteriorating medium to a more stable one.

Reformatting, digitization, and restoration are all common methods used for preserving audio-visual materials.

Preservation is the process of preventing the deterioration of library materials.

Migration, emulation, and preservation metadata are all common methods used for preserving electronic resources.

Repair is the process of repairing damaged library materials.

Encapsulation, deacidification, and rebinding are all common methods used for preserving rare books and manuscripts.

Digitization is the process of creating a digital copy of a library material.

Encapsulation is a common method used for preserving photographs.

Migration is the process of transferring information from a digital medium to a more stable one.

Encapsulation is a common method used for preserving maps and posters.

Emulation is the process of creating a digital representation of a library material that can be used to access and interact with the material in a similar way to the original.