Abstract:
This survey of literature addresses a problem of disinfection in libraries and archives. Researching
the most effective means for disinfection is an important effort. Opinions of Lithuanian
and foreign scientists who wrote about their experiences in this field are included in this review.
Today we can choose among great variety of materials used for disinfection of documents
in libraries and archives. Every institution can choose the most suitable way of disinfection. The
chosen material should not damage paper of documents, environment, people and at the same time
it should be maximally effective in fighting microbes.
