Does anyone know of a way to treat newspapers so that they won't turn yellow? I have various newspaper articles that I've cut out and I don't want to lose them to discoloration. My friend said that she heard spraying them with hairspray is an effective way. Any tips?

A photo album with the plastic protectors will keep the paper from fading. If thats too bulky, you can buy just the plastic sheet inserts and a 1/2" 3 ring binder at any office supply store. If its a VERY important article, you could laminate it.

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My son is 18 years old and I have many articles that I have saved in plastic protectors since he was born. They are in perfect condition. Use common sense and don't put the binders in a damp area. Comic book stores keep VERY valuable comics in plastic. They just store them properly. Its best to preserve something in an enviroment with a constant temperature. Avoid garages, wet basements, attics or anything with drastic temperature changes. If you store your articles properly, they should last a lifetime. I keep my binders in a bookshelf in my desk area. It has worked for me since 1988.

The yellow is caused by oxygen and oxidation. Seal them without oxigen, and no yellow.

Photo books, laminate them, etc.

Hey Sarah,

I just received this in an email which discussed household tips:

Preserving a newspaper clipping - large bottle of club soda and cup of milk of magnesia, soak for 20 min. and let dry, will last for many years

Since I don't know how reliable this advice is, I'd try it out first on an everyday piece of paper. Good luck!