Guides to caring for objects Tiaki kohinga, tiaki taonga

Learn how to look after your treasured items, with easy-to-follow advice from our experts.

Watch: How to care for your taonga
Watch: How to care for your taonga

It’s easy to look after your taonga properly. With a little guidance and the right materials, your taonga should last forever.
How to care for textiles and kākahu (Māori cloaks)

How to care for textiles and kākahu (Māori cloaks)

Learn how to preserve fabric and other textiles.
How to care for photographs

How to care for photographs

Learn how to preserve photographs – physical and digital.
How to care for wooden objects and taonga Māori

How to care for wooden objects and taonga Māori

Learn how to preserve wooden objects and Māori treasures.
Tiakitanga o te peita

Tiakitanga o te peita

Learn how to preserve paintings.
How to care for paper and books

How to care for paper and books

Learn how to preserve prints, documents, books, and other paper objects.
How to care for metal, glass, and stone

How to care for metal, glass, and stone

Learn how to preserve metal, glass, ceramic, and stone objects.