Re: Sealing a Daguerreotype...is it possible?

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From: martinm (martinm@SoftHome.net)
Date: 10/08/02-11:25:58 PM Z


> 3.Don't know what its called, there are probably
> several types, but what about the thin (low tac?)
> films that are used to cover watch dials or other
> "windows" or high quality lamination? Some are good
> enough to go unnoticed until dirt builds up around the
> edges. I had one covering the dial of something for
> almost two years before I noticed it!

Probably the most promising approach: index matching plastic film (PET,
Triacetate, PP, PMMA etc.) on the plate. This is also done in holography.
Overhead films work very well. This can be done by means of optical
adhesives (.e.g. UV curing).

Martin


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