Textiles

Conservation of Textiles

The textiles we conserve include tapestries, artworks, brocades historical and religious garments.

The treatment of textiles includes:

• Dry cleaning (full or spot cleaning)
• Wet cleaning
• Removal/reduction of stains and discolouration
• Flattening (removal/reduction of distortions)
• Full or localized patching/lining
• Tear repairs
• Stitching repair and strengthening
• Provision of advice regarding textile care, mounting and display
• Provision of documentation (condition assessments and treatment reports)

Before Conservation : Tear and Damaged Fibres

After Conservation : Repaired Fibres