With school starting back we thought it only fitting to ask you to
Take A Brief Little Test...
Everyone needs to take a few moments to check their artwork. We want those special pieces hanging on your wall to be protected so you can enjoy them for a long time to come!
Check your artwork/photographs - Do they looked faded, washed out or dull? If so, chances are they are under a glass that is not UV protectant.
Check your matting - Do they look faded, or do they simply need a new fresh color? And, check the beveled edge around the artwork. Is it crisp in color? Or does the bevel appear to be off-white to brownish in color? If so, more than likely you do not have acid-free matting.
Check the back - First of all, is your dust jacket (protective paper covering) ripped, torn or possibly non-existent? Run your fingers across the back and try to feel under the dust jacket. Do you feel ripples? If so, it's likely your framing package contains corrugated board (cardboard) which can do significant damage!
There have been so many upgrades to glass and matting in recent years and we have learned so much about the damages which can be caused by materials that contain acid. If your artwork has been framed for more than a few years...there's a good chance it contains some of these non-preservation components.
Call or stop in...we can help before too much damage is done!
