The procedures used for the conservation and storage of the textiles of the Winterthur Museum are discussed. Routine surveys help to establish prionties for those textiles needing conservation. The preventive procedures of correct routine vacuuming to avoid unnecessary wet cleaning are cited. Treatment is preceded by examination (microscope, pH meter), condition reports, photography and disassembling. The principal piece of cleaning equipment is a stainless steel sink 13' by 6' thermostatically controlled and 6 inches deep. There is also specially designed rinsing equipment and a large drying cabinet with movable metal shelves. The rolling of textiles for storage is explained. Winterthur has introduced the use of correct modern replicas so that earlier historic textiles can be saved from wear and tear of continuous exhibition. Textile conservation procedures vary according to each collection, but in all cases the work should be carried out by trained personnel.