What kind of paper to use (buffered, unbuffered, "acid-free" etc)
depends on the circumstances in which you are using it. If you can
explain further what you are using the paper for then maybe list
members can offer more advice.
I would appreciate any advice. I was told that regular paper is ok
because it is "buffered" and so we would not have to use archival
(acid free) paper. Are the terms archival and acid free the same? If
this paper is not acceptable what term(s) should I look for. I
started questioning whether this was true because the Ph testing pen
says that buffered papers can cause a false reading. Also, if
regular paper is kept in a climate controlled setting how fast will
it decay?
Thanks,
Mary Ann
LMAS
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