Art & Framing Gallery
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Archival Paper ACID-FREE CONSERVATION FRAMING FILLET ______________________________________________________________________________________________ What is conservation framing? What can I frame? How should I clean plexi-glass? What kind of glass should I use? Why is custom framing more expensive compares to do-it-yourself with ready-made frames? What is Drymounting? What goes into custom framing? At Art & Framing Gallery, we can assist you in choosing the proper methods, materials and presentation of your treasured pieces. A big part of the framing process is in picking the right frame for your work. The right frame and mat needs to be chosen. A good frame and mat choice takes into account the colors, patterns and textures of the artwork and the area in which the work will be displayed. Depending on the type of artwork, i.e., fine needlework, oil on canvas, computer printouts, etc., the proper conservation mounting and backing must be prepared. Many other design techniques such as fillets, spacers, floater frames, stacked frames are used for different types of artwork for desired effects. Choosing the right presentation for your artwork is a decision that needs an expert eye.
This type of paper meets the standards set for optimum longevity and extends the life of art. Papers are acid free, 100% cotton, fade and bleed resistant.
Paper material with a pH of around 7 are considered to be acid-free. Therefore these materials are less likely to harm the artwork over time. Material with pH below 6.5 or above a pH of 8.5 are not considered acid-free.
All the material used in conservation picture framing that could possibly come into contact with the artwork are completely acid-free along with the usage of UV protection glazing. This achieves the ultimate protection for your piece. (Also referred to as Archival Framing)
A small moulding that fits under the inside lip of a frame or mat that generally matches the frame and/or compliments the artwork.
Conservation framing is a method of picture framing that preserves and protects artwork. It ensures that all of the materials used in framing and matting will not harm the artwork, and will, as much as possible, protect the artwork from physical damage.
Frame your collectibles, frame your life, frame a mirror. If you love it, frame it. We can frame just about anything.
Plexi-glass is plastic, not glass. Do not use glass cleaners and paper towels or the surface will become cloudy and scratched. We recommend using a soft, damp, cotton cloth and plexi-glass cleaner.
Museum glass, ultra violet filtering glass or UV acrylic can block 99% of UV light from the sun so it will slow down fading and yellowing. There should be a space of at least 2mm between the surface of the art and the glazing provided by a window mat or spacer. Pastels and other powdery/fragile media should be glazed with glass, not plastic and may require a larger air space.
The process of custom framing involves quality materials and sound knowledge in assembling these materials. Custom framing is labor intensive and requires skills and training that are specialized. Obviously, the size of an item will influence the price, but also the type of mounting, glass and other variables all contribute. Compared to other custom made items, window treatments or furniture for example, custom framing is actually modestly priced. Keep in mind that a well executed custom framed art piece will last many years for you and your family. Remember also, that a poorly designed frame may actually do the artwork harm.
Dry mounting is a permanent mounting process where the art is glued to a mounting board, using heat and pressure. The mounting board is usually a foam core board, but other boards can be used depending on the circumstances of how the art will be used. A tissue type adhesive is placed between the art and the mounting board. This combination is then inserted into a vacuum press and heated up to activate the adhesive while the press applies pressure.
If a piece of art is to be conservation framed then dry mounting cannot be used, since it would adversely affect the value of the art. Dry mounting is used when the aesthetic appearance of the art warrants it to be flat.
An inexpensive replaceable movie poster, art poster or music poster would be good examples of items that would be dry mounted.
Art objects usually need a method of presentation, such as a frame, a box or a stand, in order to be enjoyed on a daily basis. The same elements of design that go into creating the art are used when designing the presentation. These elements include: color, shape, line, texture, value, space, proportion and form.