1. 2. 3. Conduct a comprehensive preliminary assessment of the bell's current physical condition. Perform gentle, non-aggressive cleaning methods, including solvent-based solutions and/or pressurized steam cleaning, to remove superficial accretions and residues from previous polishing. Employ limited mechanical cleaning with approved tools such as cotton swabs or wooden/Teflon picks to delicately remove dense accumulations, if necessary. 4. Evaluate and document areas of potential corrosion, providing recommendations for either reducing 5. 6. corrosion through targeted treatments or permitting natural oxidation where appropriate. Apply appropriate protective coatings, potentially utilizing sacrificial layers such as wax or resin-based products infused with corrosion inhibitors like Incralac®, to mitigate future corrosion. If necessary, ensure careful handling, packing, and transportation of the bell from its current location to the designated conservation site and back, constructing a protective travel frame and blanket wrapping to minimize the risk of damage. 7. Provide detailed documentation of all treatment processes, materials used, and before-and-after conditions for archival purposes.
