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| style="text-align:center; font-size:1.1em;" | Your comprehensive guide to trading card restoration and conservation founded by The Cardboard Alchemists for the sole purpose of open sourcing Trading Card Conservation Techniques.
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== Getting Started ==
== Getting Started ==
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=== Grading Preparation ===
=== Grading Preparation ===
* [[Pre-Submission Inspection]]
* [[Pre-Submission Inspection]]
* [[Slab Cracking Guide]] - How to safely crack PSA, BGS, SGC, CGC, and TAG slabs
* [[Cleaning for Grading]]
* [[Cleaning for Grading]]
* [[What Graders Look For]]
* [[What Graders Look For]]
* [[Grade Expectations]]
* [[Grade Expectations]]
* [https://www.pokemastercenter.com/how-to-grade-pokemon-cards/ Pokemon Grading Guide] ''(external)''
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* [[Altered Flags]] - Detection methods and warning signs
* [[Altered Flags]] - Detection methods and warning signs
* [[Card Related Patents]] - Manufacturing and restoration patents
* [[Card Related Patents]] - Manufacturing and restoration patents
* [[Restoration Community]] - Industry figures and interviews
* [[Glossary]] - Terms and definitions
* [[Glossary]] - Terms and definitions
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* [[Essential Tools]] - Build your restoration kit
* [[Essential Tools]] - Build your restoration kit
* [[Finding Restoration Candidates]] - Source projects wisely
* [[Finding Restoration Candidates]] - Source projects wisely
* [[How to Contribute|Want to contribute?]] - Share your knowledge
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=== eBay Guides ===
* [[Buying on eBay]] - Find restoration candidates
* [[Selling on eBay]] - Run a profitable card store
* Tips for fees, promotion, and optimization
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=== Card Shows ===
* [[Las Vegas Card Shows]] - Upcoming shows, dates & venues
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''Card Conservation Wiki - A project by The Cardboard Alchemists''
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Latest revision as of 19:39, 23 March 2026

Welcome to Card Conservation Wiki
Founded by The Cardboard Alchemists, this wiki is a living knowledge base built by Patreon members who document and refine the latest cutting-edge restoration methods. Looking for free tutorials? Start at PokéMasterCenter.com. Ready to go deeper? Join the Patreon for full access to 120+ guides and the ability to contribute your own techniques.
🔓 Unlock the Full Wiki
Get unlimited access to 90+ conservation guides, exclusive video tutorials, and the complete technique library.
✓ Full wiki access    ✓ Exclusive videos    ✓ Discord community    ✓ Cancel anytime
🃏 Card Conservation Convention 2026
The first event dedicated to trading card conservation, restoration, and grading education.
June 19, 2026 · Las Vegas, Nevada · The day before Collect-a-con

Getting Started

Safety First

Safety Guidelines

Before starting any conservation work, understand the risks and proper precautions.

Essential Equipment

Essential Tools

The right tools make all the difference. Build your conservation kit.

Starters Guide

Start Here

If you're new to card restoration, read the beginners guide.

Techniques

Conservation Techniques

Cleaning

Cleaning Techniques

Safe: Start here - the foundation of all conservation
  • Dry cleaning methods
  • Wet cleaning (when appropriate)
  • Stain removal basics
  • Surface debris removal

Pressing & Flattening

Pressing and Flattening

Caution: Requires patience and proper technique

Edge & Corner Work

Edge and Corner Work

Finding Projects

Finding Restoration Candidates

Card Types

Browse by Card Type

Vintage & Non-Sports

Tobacco Era (1880s-1940s)

Gum Card Era (1930s-1970s)

Non-Sports

Special Card Types

Special Surface Cards

Autographed Cards

  • Ink preservation, authentication, grading

Relic & Patch Cards

  • Jersey, patch, bat, ball memorabilia

Grading Guide

Damage Restoration

Storage & Protection

Preserve Your Collection

Sleeves & Holders

Penny Sleeves | Perfect Fits | Top Loaders | Card Savers | One-Touch | Team Bags

Complete guide with sizing, brands & buying links

Grading & Authentication

Professional Services

Reference

Additional Resources

Technical Reference

Getting Started

eBay Guides

Card Shows

Quick Reference

Safety Indicators Used in This Wiki
Safe: Green boxes indicate safe techniques for most cards
Caution: Yellow boxes indicate techniques requiring care
Unsafe: Red boxes indicate methods to avoid
WARNING: Red bordered boxes indicate serious risks
Tip: Blue boxes provide helpful tips
Ready to Master Card Conservation?
Join hundreds of collectors learning professional restoration techniques.

Card Conservation Wiki - A project by The Cardboard Alchemists

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