Care of Quilts-Storage and Display

Authors

Shirley Niemeyer, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Patricia Cox Crews, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow

Date of this Version

June 2002

Comments

A NebFacts document, published by Nebraska Cooperative Extension NF02-524. Click Here for http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/textiles/nf524.htm

Abstract

Antique textiles, including quilts, are very fragile. Excessive handling and washing can hasten deterioration. Light quickly fades colors and weakens natural fibers. Careful control of handling, storage, and display conditions can prolong the life of quilts.