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I read the NY times article and right now I'm wondering what its like to sleep with a little pig. Like my cats, the pig probably thinks she is sharing her bed with a human and not the other way around.

I like the photo too. More photos of pets and the people who sleep with them are on the NY Times website.


Furry Bedfellows: Do You Sleep with Your Pet?
NY Times
2/19/11 12:53 PM

I'm an art conservator. I've seen a lot art damaged during exhibition. Hanging your art against a window not only increases light exposure (even for north facing windows), but it also increases the risk of water damage from condensation buildup on the back of the frame. With water damage comes mold.

The best thing for windows is curtains or shades and the best place to hang your precious photographs, prints, drawings, and paintings is on interior walls (above fireplaces and in the kitchen are absolute no-no's. If you have a large collection of framed items, consider changing the display from time to time.


Hang Art On Your Windows
9/12/10 1:27 PM

I agree with trissi. The rubber residue is a plasticizer and not something you want on your lovely chairs. Health-wise its not something you want to remove or sit down on either.

Do go back to your restorer and have a conversation about velcro. There maybe adhesive backed velcros on the market that won't crosslink with or otherwise adversely affect fiberglass. There are also non-adhesive backed velcros that could be attached to your chair with a conservation grade adhesive. If your restorer won't help you out, contact the American Institute for Conservation (google it). The AIC can help you contact a conservator with experience in modern materials.

Also the original velcro should not have been removed without your permission.


Velcro on Restored Saarinen Set?
Good Questions
8/27/10 2:57 PM