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derek · 8th July 2005, 09:39 PM

I was hoping some of the museum-affiliated members could comment on ideal temprature and humidity for weapons on display. My house stays kind of dry, around 40% humidity, and I was wondering if there were any issues I should be aware of. I know that dryness is hard on ivory and eventually leather. What are the pros and cons, general rules, etc?

thanks in advance.

-d

8th July 2005, 09:39 PM	#1
derek Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 215	Ideal Humidity and Temprature for Collection? I was hoping some of the museum-affiliated members could comment on ideal temprature and humidity for weapons on display. My house stays kind of dry, around 40% humidity, and I was wondering if there were any issues I should be aware of. I know that dryness is hard on ivory and eventually leather. What are the pros and cons, general rules, etc? thanks in advance. -d