Waterproofing Techniques - Revision history

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Reverted edits by 203.177.74.136 (Talk); changed back to last version by NiraD

203.177.74.136 at 01:52, 14 January 2010

2010-01-14T01:52:19Z

NiraD: Waterproofing Containers - add link

2008-07-15T05:56:34Z

Waterproofing Containers - add link

NiraD: Waterproofing vs using ziplock bags

2008-04-07T01:06:32Z

Waterproofing vs using ziplock bags

Narniaexpert: /* Waterproofing Documents */

2008-04-06T07:57:40Z

‎Waterproofing Documents

NiraD: copy edit; no longer a stub

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copy edit; no longer a stub

NiraD: link

2007-01-04T22:48:15Z

link

NiraD: link

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link

NiraD: separate sections for container tips and document tips

2006-12-04T21:25:27Z

separate sections for container tips and document tips

210.233.203.207 at 10:59, 30 November 2006

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	* [[Log book#Waterproof paper\|Waterproof paper]] can be used to print stash notes, log sheets, and other documents.		* [[Log book#Waterproof paper\|Waterproof paper]] can be used to print stash notes, log sheets, and other documents.
	* [[Stash Note\|Stash notes]] and [[Log book\|logs]] can be placed in a ziplock bag inside the container. However, ziplock bags eventually leak (especially if pens/pencils are placed inside them too), and then they just trap moisture and hasten the deterioration of the documents.		* [[Stash Note\|Stash notes]] and [[Log book\|logs]] can be placed in a ziplock bag inside the container. However, ziplock bags eventually leak (especially if pens/pencils are placed inside them too), and then they just trap moisture and hasten the deterioration of the documents.
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	* [[Log book#Waterproof paper\|Waterproof paper]] can be used to print stash notes, log sheets, and other documents.		* [[Log book#Waterproof paper\|Waterproof paper]] can be used to print stash notes, log sheets, and other documents.
	* [[Stash Note\|Stash notes]] and [[Log book\|logs]] can be placed in a ziplock bag inside the container. However, ziplock bags eventually leak (especially if pens/pencils are placed inside them too), and then they just trap moisture and hasten the deterioration of the documents.		* [[Stash Note\|Stash notes]] and [[Log book\|logs]] can be placed in a ziplock bag inside the container. However, ziplock bags eventually leak (especially if pens/pencils are placed inside them too), and then they just trap moisture and hasten the deterioration of the documents.
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 * Spread a thin layer of silicone caulk around the edge of the lid.
 * Wrap some teflon tape around the threads of containers with screw-on lids (for example, pill bottles). Teflon tape comes in rolls, about a dollar each. Three wraps should keep your cache dry.
-* Check the gasket of an ammo can (on the inside of the lid, all around) before you buy it.
+* Check the gasket of an [[ammo can]] (on the inside of the lid, all around) before you buy it.
 == Waterproofing Documents ==

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 * Labels, [[Stash Note|stash notes]], and other documents can be laminated. If you don't have a laminating machine, most copy shops will laminate documents for a modest charge.
 * Various waterproofing/sealing products (e.g., Mod Podge) can help seal decals or labels that you have printed on a home computer. You can find them in most craft stores.
 * [[Log book#Waterproof paper|Waterproof paper]] can be used to print stash notes, log sheets, and other documents.

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 * Labels, [[Stash Note|stash notes]], and other documents can be laminated. If you don't have a laminating machine, most copy shops will laminate documents for a modest charge.
 * Various waterproofing/sealing products (e.g., Mod Podge) can help seal decals or labels that you have printed on a home computer. You can find them in most craft stores.
 * [[Log book#Waterproof paper|Waterproof paper]] can be used to print stash notes, log sheets, and other documents.

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 == Waterproofing Containers ==
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 * Check the seals on containers before placing them. Here are a couple ways to do this:
-** Fill up a sink or bathtub, close the container with some tissue paper inside it, and weigh down the container so it is fully submerged. After a few hour, retrieve and open the container. There should be no water inside.
+** Fill up a sink or bathtub, close the container with some tissue paper inside it, and weigh down the container so it is fully submerged. After a few hours, retrieve and open the container. There should be no water inside.
-** Place the container outside with some tissue paper inside it. Choose a location where it will be exposed to rain/sprinklers at least as much as the cache's intended location. After a few weeks, open the container. There should be no water inside.
+** Place the container outside with some tissue paper inside it. Choose a location that exposes it to rain/sprinklers at least as much as the cache's intended location. After a few weeks, open the container. There should be no water inside.
 * Use [[Cache Containers#Good cache containers|good containers]]. Cheap containers (e.g., semi-disposable storage containers) tend to leak more.
 * Spread a thin layer of silicone caulk around the edge of the lid.
-* Wrap some teflon tape around the threads (of a pill bottle, for example). This comes in rolls, about a dollar each. Three wraps should keep your cache dry.
+* Wrap some teflon tape around the threads of containers with screw-on lids (for example, pill bottles). Teflon tape comes in rolls, about a dollar each. Three wraps should keep your cache dry.
-* If it's an ammo can, check the gasket (on the inside of the lid, all around) before you buy it.
+* Check the gasket of an ammo can (on the inside of the lid, all around) before you buy it.
 == Waterproofing Documents ==

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	* Wrap some teflon tape around the threads (of a pill bottle, for example). This comes in rolls, about a dollar each. Three wraps should keep your cache dry.		* Wrap some teflon tape around the threads (of a pill bottle, for example). This comes in rolls, about a dollar each. Three wraps should keep your cache dry.
	* If it's an ammo can, check the gasket (on the inside of the lid, all around) before you buy it.		* If it's an ammo can, check the gasket (on the inside of the lid, all around) before you buy it.
		+	* A product called "Mod Podge", a waterproofing for paper products, can help seal decals or labels that have been printed off of a home computer. You can find it in most craft stores.