“Marina” by YOLO is a delicate object, a precious ally of feminine charm, deserving proper conservation. All the materials of which the object is made require care and attention.
External agents: chemicals / temperature / brightness / humidity
The cellulose acetate and the precious stones composing “Marina” are materials sensitive to chemical substances. In contact with alcohols, hydrocarbons or chlorinated solvents there is a swelling or a loss of the plastic characteristics of the acetate, which is soluble in ketones. Strong mineral acids and bases, pure or concentrated oxidizing salts can cause chemical degradation of all such components. Due to its chemical nature, cellulose acetate shows a sensitive tendency to absorb water. The water content, in fact, plays a significant role on the physical and mechanical properties of this material. A high water content can greatly increase the impact resistance but makes the material softer, decreasing its thermal resistance. Sudden heating or cooling of the valuable materials used can cause superficial and/or structural damage. Storage at room temperature is recommended. “Marina” should never be stored for long periods of time in environments where the temperature is higher than 24°C. Prolonged exposure to temperatures above 24°C could favour deformation phenomena. Temperatures below 14°C could instead favour fragility. “Marina” should never be exposed to excessive sunlight, as direct exposure to sunlight is likely to raise temperatures and alter the physical state of the object. Prolonged direct exposure to sunlight or permanence in environments with intense and continuous irradiation can give rise to discoloration and deformation of the object. The suggested environmental humidity, for a correct conservation of “Marina”, is between 40% and 60%. A humidity higher than 60% risks deforming the object; on the other hand, a humidity lower than 40% increases the fragility of the object and favors drying phenomena. A situation of extreme drying can cause structural fragility.
Cleaning and conservation
Contact of the object with hot or boiling water can cause surface bleaching or discoloration. For proper cleaning, we recommend the use of warm water and glycerin, possibly neutral soap. It is recommended to keep “Marina” as far as possible inside its precious leather case.