2006-07-06 02:37:43 · 11 answers · asked by Kevin S 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Get a dehumidifier and keep the bible in it.
2006-07-06 02:41:19 · answer #1 · answered by n2cstic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Very carefully"! Actually, I don't know. I know that under normal circumstances, (in the "air" - as we know it) paper will disintergrate, eventually (this takes a very, very, very long time, but it does happen)! I have "seen" this actually happening to some newspapers from the early 1800's (I am an amateur genealogist). Therefore, keep it away from the "air", in some kind of vacuum. However, you could contact your local library, or, otherwise, a place where rare and unusual books are kept and find out how they store theirs and you will know.
2006-07-06 09:48:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I forgot the name of the thing, but you place the bible in a plastic type bag, it sucks all the air out of a plastic bag and seals it. This will protect it from the elements, and insects.
2006-07-06 15:03:03 · answer #3 · answered by cajunrescuemedic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Old books like to live where people do. Not to hot, not to cold, not to humid, not to dry. Don't put it in the attic or the cellar. Don't put it where children can get their hands on it. Wrapped in acid free paper and placed in a box in your bedroom closet might be an idea. For free expert advice ask your local librarian- its their field of expertise after all.
2006-07-06 09:45:24 · answer #4 · answered by lampoilman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how old is old - and how high is the sentimental value for you - that will be most important.
There are several possibilities.
- safety deposits in banks and e.g. Harrods used to have safety deposits
- you could have your own safe installed in your house
- you could lend it to a library or museum - and the library or museum will take care of the storage and protection
2006-07-06 09:42:20 · answer #5 · answered by veronica 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Air , bright light and huminity are the worse enemies.... Store it in a zip lock plastic bag and keep it in a drawer....
2006-07-06 09:41:37 · answer #6 · answered by donrentf 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a blessing. I would want to display it. How about those glass display cases ladies put a treasured doll in?
2006-07-06 09:45:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
old books are like an old wine ... store it in... 18 degrees, no sauer wraps, dark and dont flip through it too often ...
2006-07-11 13:32:44 · answer #8 · answered by virgin_without_hesitation 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read it often with great care. :o)
Psalms 119:11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.
2006-07-06 09:43:22 · answer #9 · answered by Martin S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u can put it in ziplock bag yourself or you can go and get it pressured seal in a bag if u don't plan on reading it
2006-07-06 09:42:42 · answer #10 · answered by mizchoppa03 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋