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HOW TO REMOVE SILVERFISH STAINS FROM PAPER:

Email I found your address at the Exploriaum site on the web and have a question. I have a print that has Silverfish stains on the paper surface. My question is how do I remove the stains without damageing the print? (Mon, 5 Feb 2001 )
Answer While we don't know of a sure-fire way to remove the stains safely, perhaps someone involved with old book restoration would be able to help. Silverfish infestations are not uncommon and it is probably something with which bookkeepers are familiar. This web site might also be of some help: http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu
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