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Two 70s Barbies wearing 70s outfits. Their faces are a much more yellowy/green colour than their bodies

Conserving plastics: why you should keep your Barbie in the fridge

Many people believe that plastic items are indestructible and will last forever. But what if you learnt this wasn’t the case? Conservator, Nirmala Balram, gives us an insight into the science of plastic deterioration and how you should look after your prized plastic possessions.Read more

2017-01-18
By: Nirmala Balram
On: 18 Jan 2017
In: Art, Behind the scenes, Pacific

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