How to Choose and Use Archival Sleeves and Boxes

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Store prints and documents in archival sleeves and boxes to prevent deterioration.

Use acid free sleeves and buffered boxes for paper artifacts and choose polyester or polypropylene sleeves for photographs. Avoid PVC which can off gas and damage media. Store boxes flat in a cool stable environment and separate items with interleaving tissue. Label boxes clearly and maintain an inventory to locate items quickly. Proper archival storage preserves work for decades.