Ironing maps is ok as long as you don't tumble dry them first. >>> "Schofield, Richard" <[log in to unmask]> 21/December/2000 10:37am >>> If anyone has any bright ideas about how to flatten previously rolled up maps, beyond sticking them under weighted objects, they would be greatly appreciated. I have had a message from an amateur archivist who is threatening to start ironing them. I figured this probably wasn't a great idea. Many thanks Rich ****************** Richard Schofield The Rothschild Archive New Court St Swithin's Lane LONDON EC4P 4DU tel. 020 7280 5808 fax 020 7280 5657 http://www.rothschildarchive.org