![]() ![]() Conservation glass is very heavy and expensive, and if it breaks then your piece could become damaged. UV filtered glass (conservation glass) protects your piece from UV rays that will break down the picture or degrade the color after even a few years depending on exposure. It is also sulfur- and lignin-free making it suitable to be in contact with prints that would degrade over time by touching acidic materials.Īcid-free is not the only consideration, however. According to wikipedia, acid-free paper is paper with a neutral or base pH (of 7 or a little higher). Acid-FreeĪ good start for an archival picture frame is acid-free paper in the backing and mat, and for that matter any surface that touches the print. This is especially true of cheap picture frames, which often use low grade, heavily dyed papers that will degrade your artwork over time. If you have valuable artifacts you are preserving and you have any doubts about whether a poster frame is fully acid-free and museum grade (archival) then consult a professional framer. Are you hanging a cheesy poster just to spice up a bedroom, or is this a piece of art or memorabilia that needs to be preserved for many years? If it is the latter, consider choosing higher quality archival materials. One important point to consider when choosing a poster frame is whether the material used is archival or not. If your poster or artwork does not fit into one of the standard poster frame sizes listed above, don’t fret! There are a couple of different ways to address that problem, addressed in the article here regarding standard picture frame sizes: LINK Archival and acid-free poster frames These are a great choice for movie poster collectors, just be sure to get an archival quality snap poster frame! Odd-sized art in poster frames They come pre-assembled or as a kit that you put together yourself. ![]() All four sides of the snap frame open for easy access. This allows you to change out the picture (often a movie poster) without taking the frame down. Snape frames for posters usually load the picture from the front. Snap FramesĪnother great option is a snap frame. Check for posters with a built-in mat that fits your picture size, or make sure that the poster frame has enough depth to fit a mat. However, double matting is not common because poster frames tend to be thinner and more lightweight that standard picture frames. A hook is usually included on the back for quick and easy hanging.Īs with standard picture frames, a mat can be installed. The backing on cheap poster frames is usually cardboard, and the frame is built to be lightweight and easy to install. ![]() The border of the poster frame itself is almost always plastic, and a sheet of plexiglass or acrylic covers the artwork.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
Details
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |