·         Conservation-  Delicate objects require special handling and care.  Each object is treated with integrity and historically accurate methods.   The professors at Dakota County Technical College, in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institute, have educated their students with the solvent chemistry, materials, techniques and documentation required to work on many wooden objects.  Jon Inman has performed conservation techniques on many wooden artifacts for private collectors, including an 1848 Walnut cabinet for the Wisconsin Historical Society, Joe Kapler, Curator.

·         Do no harm. 

·         Document all procedures with photos and written statements.

·         Use reversible materials where applicable.

·         Use historically accurate materials.

·         Save the object from further deterioration.