Summary

Metals

• Keep wet.
• Retain adherent concretions.
• Store separately from organic material.
• Do not store dissimilar metals in the same storage container.
• Consult a conservator for treatment advice.

Organics

• Keep wet.
• Retain concretions until treatment commences.
• Store objects contaminated with metal corrosion products separately from uncontaminated artefacts.
• Support fragile material on planks or netting.
• Lift by the supports, not by the object.
• Place cushioning between objects and the support material.
• Begin treatment as soon as possible after recovery. Seek advice from a conservator.