The advantages of carpeting in schools are reported from a study of three public schools--(1) Shaker High School in upstate New York, where one wing is carpeted and one tiled, and the principal reports that in the carpeted wing noise is reduced, discipline is better, maintenance is about half, and the faculty experiences less fatigue, (2) Peter…

This procedural manual is designed to be used in bindery sections in public, university and special libraries. It briefly discusses these general matters: administrative control; selection of a binder; when and what to bind; conventional binding; routines; missing issues; schedule for shipments; temporary binding; rare books, maps and newspapers;…

How videotape encouraged faculty to provide a safe, clean teaching shop. (Author)

Lack of conservation programs, inadequate and improper storage facilities for archives, and lack of book repair personnel and restoration programs have resulted in a life expectancy of less than 50 years for most library holdings. Recent efforts to find solutions to the problem are identified. (JAB)

Describes how to identify microcomputer problems and determine whether the services of a technician are required by troubleshooting, or using a process of elimination, without needing a technical background or special tools. Prevention methods and the use of diagnostic programs are also explained. (EM)

A troubleshooting audiovisual (AV) workshop in Minnesota has proved successful in reaching the needs of the user of audio and visual hardware. (Author)

Guidelines for maintaining school floor finishes and carpeting. (MLF)

A specific explanation of one school's successful experience with custodial contracting. (Author)

Carpet tiles offer flexibility, easy maintenance, and economical installation. (Author)

Some of the basic techniques of preserving and restoring prints and drawings are outlined. Examination, dry cleaning, stain removal, mending, backing removal, and lining are discussed, as well as aspects of the complexity of bleaching, types and nature of some stains and discolorations, and materials of poor quality used by many framers. (Author)

A lighting system that is cleaned regularly offers more light, better appearance, and reduced maintenance costs. (Author)

Some recorded evidence of crime rate decrease has resulted from improved lighting in the larger cities. (Author)