Jeff12633 Posted March 4, 2020 Share Posted March 4, 2020 I'm building a wood bookcase and storage cabinet for my coin collection, and I was wondering if anyone has any advice regarding archive-safe materials. I've got the no-PVC thing and no acid-producing substances, but it's hard to find out whether specific coatings in particular are a risk. For example, any types of wood that are not recommended for storage cases? Oil-based stains? Latex paints? Water-based polyurethane laquers? Adhesive-backed velvet sheets sold for lining jewelry boxes? Thanks in advance for any inputs--I don't collect anything really valuable, but I want to make sure the silver and proof coins I do have last for generations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKK Posted March 4, 2020 Share Posted March 4, 2020 I'd say moisture and general air pollution are greater questions. If you live in a humid climate, you either insulate your coins from that or what happens, happens. Same for air pollution, which can vary a lot in type and meaning. Most people's houses are more polluted airwise than the air just outside the house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
