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  • 1.  Special cleaning material for Collections Storage Floors?

    Posted 11-30-2021 09:06 AM
    Good morning,

    I wanted to know what people use to mop or clean collections storage floors? I vacuum every other week or so but I think it could benefit from a wet-product clean and I wasn't sure if any of the too chemically cleaners, like swiffer wet wipes, were appropriate to use.

    Thanks,
    Luke

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    Luke Perez
    Curator of Collections
    College Park Aviation Museum
    College Park MD
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  • 2.  RE: Special cleaning material for Collections Storage Floors?

    Posted 12-01-2021 10:44 AM
    Good day,

    The longer that dirt is allowed to remain on a surface, the more difficult it will be to clean.  It's recommended that floors be mopped down daily.  When this is done you don't need to use anything else beside a microfiber pad and water.  The microfiber pad needs only to be wet and not dripping.  In the event that there is a spill or accident that warrants a cleaning agent then start with a mild soap and clean the surface as quickly as possible.  Don't use anything that has an odor such as ammonia.

    Thank you,

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    James Balsitis
    Director of Facilities
    Santa Barbara CA
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  • 3.  RE: Special cleaning material for Collections Storage Floors?

    Posted 12-02-2021 11:00 AM

    1. Below is some general guidance for housekeeping in collections storage.  The CCHAA provides a helpful guide: https://ccaha.org/resources/collection-housekeeping-guide.

      Housekeeping is a vital part of collections storage. Establish and follow a housekeeping plan to ensure that collections storage spaces are properly maintained.

    MICHELE F. PACIFICO
    Archival Facilities Consultant
    PO Box 1490, Jackson, WY 83001
    301-908-8720




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  • 4.  RE: Special cleaning material for Collections Storage Floors?

    Posted 12-03-2021 08:38 AM
    Edited by Luke Perez 12-03-2021 08:46 AM
    Thanks for the suggestions so far, everyone!

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    Luke Perez
    Curator of Collections
    College Park Aviation Museum
    College Park MD
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