What can we do to help quilts last longer? Longevity has two factors, nature and nurture. For people, this translates into genetics and lifestyle. The same can be said for quilts. "Genetic" factors that promote long quilt life are good quality materials and good construction techniques. A healthy lifestyle for quilts means owners follow good care and use practices and avoid accidents. Quilt Care, Construction and Use Advice has information on how we can help our quilts live to 100, whether we made the quilts ourselves or acquired them.