Scanning a map that has been folded? (NOT GRASS SPECIFIC)

[Bruce_Byars at baylor.edu]

Good suggestion David,

But be sure you place a towel between the iron and the
map (like a bath towel).  You wouldn't want your map to
scorch or burst into flames.  :-)   Hope that helps as well.

Bruce



David Irving wrote:

> "Robert L. Sandefur" wrote:
>
> > Hello -
> >
> > This is not grass specific but has anyone gotten the fold creases out of a folded map before scanning? I have several folded maps to scan and am thinking of ironing  them but I would consider  other options (including software). Suggestion for iron settings are also appreciated (steam or dry high or low) Searching the net returned no hits.
> >
> > Thanx
> >
> > Bob Sandefur
> > Principal Geostatistician
> > PAH
> > rls at pincock.com (primary)
> > rlsandefur at aol.com (secondary)
> > 303 914 4467 v
> > 393 987-8907 f
>
> people who fold maps should be dropped off a cliff.
>
> seriously, if you can't get another, unfolded, copy of the map, ironing is probably your best option. using a steam setting (not too hot) would expand the paper fibres, and help get rid of the folds.
>
> david