6331
Author
Chapman, Vivien
Title Of Article Chaper
Amylase in a viscous medium: textile applications
Title Of Journal Book
The conservator
Issue
10
Pages
44388
Collation
4 figs.
ISBN
0140-0096
ISSN
0140-0096
Language Of Text
English
Literature Type
Serial
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
The author describes the adaptation of a technique for removal of old starch paste from paper to make it suitable for use on textiles. Alpha-amylase, Bacterial Amylase Novo thickened using Laponite RD acidified to pH7, was used to remove old backings adhered with starch paste from water sensitive textiles.
Keywords
Starch Paste Removal;Amylase Viscous;Textile Conservation AATA
pub_id
6331