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Safe photo storage isn't everything. You also need to identify your photos, organize them and repair damage which has already been done. Plus great advice on preserving your family videos!
Photo Albums - Care and Preservation
Learn about the types of old photo albums, how to safely remove photos from
dangerous albums and how to save and preserve the photos from deterioration.
Tips for Organizing Your Family
Photos
Great ideas for organizing those shoeboxes full of photos, including your
current family photographs and the precious but odd-size photos of your
ancestors.
Preserving Your Precious Family
Videos
Did you know that video tape only has a lifespan of about 20 years? And, unlike
photos, it doesn't just fade as it deteriorates - the images actually start to
disappear. Learn how to save those precious family movies for posterity.
Preservation of Color
Photographs
The lifespan of color photos is about a third of that of black-and-white, but
there are still times when color is best. Learn about the pros and cons of color
photos and check out tips for prolonging their life.
Your
Family Photographs
A wonderful introduction to
identifying, preserving and protecting precious family pictures for future
generations. Includes a great explanation of the various types of photos
you will find and how to identify them.
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