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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">Dear all,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">I am reaching out to the list to gather feedback and experience regarding heritage dioramas that include natural vegetated elements (reeds, dried foliage, etc.) as well as plastic vegetation. These materials are known
to present both a higher risk of pest infestation and potential issues related to VOC emissions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">While monitoring and IPM protocols are essential, I am particularly interested in the curative actions that can be implemented when an active infestation is detected:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><span lang="EN-GB">How do you treat natural vegetated scenery in situ when the diorama cannot be moved (e.g. elements permanently fixed to the background, large or fragile structures)?<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><span lang="EN-GB">Have you used anoxic, thermal, or chemical treatments, and if so, which methods have proven suitable and safe for mixed materials (organic + plastics)?<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><span lang="EN-GB">What cleaning strategies do you recommend for dense or complex displays (numerous leaves, large volumes), where mechanical access is limited?<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><span lang="EN-GB">Additionally, for dioramas that include plastic vegetation, how do you monitor and manage VOC emissions (preventive measures, filtration, adsorption materials, ventilation
strategies, etc.)?<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">If available, could you share documented protocols, case studies, or practical recommendations, including successes, limitations and specific precautions?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">Any experience or references would be greatly appreciated to help inform an ongoing conservation project.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">Thank you very much in advance for your feedback,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">Best regards, <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">Marion Billot<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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