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- It is preferred if they are removed from the original box and placed in Acid Free container boxes. Their original boxes will absorb any moisture and attract insects.
- Lay them up right (standing) or face down. Long term storage with them in laying position would damage the sleepy eye weights. Leaving them in a sitting position weakens their joints.
- Remove all clothing to prevent dye transfer and you can cover them in a solid white pillowcase for protection. You could also wrap them in acid free tissue paper but even acid free tissue paper and boxes need to be replaced occasionally.
- If you save silica packages (they come in things like shoes and other items to keep them dry) or you can just find the silica cat litter at Petsmart and you can put it in an old sock (doubled) or some other type of rice bag.
- You can find wig or shower caps to cover their hair and keep it nice.
- Attics and Basements are the worst places for your dolls. Please try to keep them in a climate controlled area.
- For clothes and other things zip-loc bags can trap moisture in so be sure to use those small silica packets or keep them in an acid free box with acid free paper such as a photo storage box.
- Breathable storage is always best. If you have to use a inexpensive way of storing dolls such as a Rubbermaid tote block out any large holes (such as the handles) and poke pin sized holes to allow things to breathe. Don't forget to check on these items every few months to make sure no bugs and everything is doing well.
- Remove all metal objects to prevent oxidation.
- Don't use mothballs because of their repugnant smell
Sources: Agplaythings.com
http://www.preservesmart.com/care.htm
http://www.mnhs.org/preserve/conservation/reports/compdoll.pdf
https://www.amazon.com/definitive-preservation-vinyl-action-figures/dp/0967849500/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1473707597&sr=8-1&keywords=%22The+Definitive+Book+on+the+Care+and+Preservation+of+Vinyl+Dolls+and+Action+Figures%22+by+Nicholas+J.+Hill%2C
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