The preservation of long haired rabbit fur requires attention to multiple aspects to ensure its quality is not compromised. Here are some specific preservation methods: 1. Trimming and organizing
1. Combing before shearing: Before shearing, the rabbit hair should be carefully combed to make it smooth and tangled, which helps to cut the rabbit hair more neatly and without clumping.
2. Graded storage: When shearing, rabbit hair of different lengths and colors should be separated and dirt should be removed. After shearing, pack the rabbit hair into clean and non fading cloth bags according to its grade (i.e. different lengths and colors). 2、 Choose a suitable storage container
1. Box storage: - Choose a dry and sealed wooden or cardboard box, and lay a layer of white glossy paper or white paper on the bottom of the box to prevent moisture and mold- Place several sandbags containing camphor balls at the bottom, corners, and center of the box to prevent insect infestation- Put the rabbit hair into a box, with each layer about 20 centimeters thick, separated by white paper between each layer to prevent the rabbit hair from sticking together- After filling, cover and store in a ventilated and dry place 60 centimeters above the ground. Every 15 days, choose sunny days to open the box and ventilate for 2-3 hours- If the rabbit hair is found to be damp or moldy, it should be promptly taken out and dried for 1-2 hours, followed by another 4-5 hours. After drying, it should be packed and stored.
2. Tank storage: - Choose a clean and dry tank, place a layer of quicklime blocks as a desiccant at the bottom, and then place a circular wooden board close to the size of the tank bottom- Lay a piece of pure white paper on top of the wooden board, and place sandbags filled with camphor balls around and in the center of the paper- Then, the rabbit fur is stored in a jar according to the box storage method. After filling it up, a clean cloth is placed on top, and several camphor balls and sandbags are placed on top of the cloth to cover and store it- It should be checked once a day and any abnormalities should be dealt with promptly.
3. Cabinet storage: First, use dry cotton wool as a base in the cabinet, lay white paper or sheets on top, and place several camphor balls and sandbags around and in the center- Put the graded rabbit hair layer by layer into the cabinet, and for each layer of rabbit hair, evenly place several camphor balls and sandbags on top- After filling, close the door and store. Check every 15 days and promptly handle any abnormalities found.
4. Bag storage: Put rabbit hair in a cloth bag and put several camphor ball sandbags in it, hang it in a ventilated and dry place. This method is suitable for short-term preservation of small amounts of rabbit hair. 3、 Precautions
-Avoid heavy pressure: Prolonged heavy pressure can cause rabbit hair to clump together, reducing the quality of the hair. During storage, excessive pressure should be avoided on rabbit hair.
-Moisture and mold prevention: Rabbit hair is prone to moisture and mold, so the storage environment must be kept ventilated and dry. At the same time, it is necessary to regularly check the condition of rabbit hair, and if any moisture, mold, or other conditions are found, they should be dealt with in a timely manner.
-Insect infestation prevention: Camphor balls are effective insect repellents, but caution should be taken not to overuse them to avoid damage to rabbit hair.
-Avoid high temperature and prolonged exposure: High temperature and prolonged exposure can cause the fiber of rabbit hair to crack and deteriorate, so it should be avoided to store rabbit hair in places with high temperature or direct sunlight.
By using the above methods, it is possible to effectively preserve the long haired rabbit hair, maintain its quality and value.