Best Tips To Protect, Care for, and Clean your Fine Art Prints
I’m genuinely thrilled that you’ve chosen one of my art prints to be a part of your space and collection. To make sure your chosen artwork continues to bring joy into your life, let’s walk through some art print care tips together.
Handle Your Art Print with Love & Kid Gloves
Protect your art from the environment … and yourself! When handling it, where possible it’s best to use clean lint-free white gloves to ensure any touch avoids smudges or scratches. Hold it delicately by the edges, as any dents, creases or oily finger marks could be permanent.
If your print has accidentally been creased, curled or dented…NEVER be tempted to use an iron, steam, or spray moisture to flatten it – as this will definitely damage it!
Frame it and display it with peace of mind
Your art print deserves special treatment, correct Framing can extend the lifespan of your cherished artwork. If you are opting for a DIY (do-it-yourself art framing) purchase acid-free materials, and UV-protective glass to shield it from the elements, prevent fading and discolouration. Using a picture framing expert is highly recommended, an art framer’s services go far beyond simply framing your art, experienced framers provide specially chosen materials to ensure maximum preservation, valuable advice on displaying your artwork, tailoring frames to complement both your art print and personal style, making the artwork even more unique and special
Gentle Touch for Cleaning Art Prints
For cleaning, skip the old dodgy cleaning rags in your cupboard and never ‘swipe dust away with the back of your hands or your fingers! When it comes to cleaning your fine art prints, always take care, when possible leave it to a professional framer. Always choose a soft, dry, clean, white lint-free cloth or a photographer’s lens-brush. If it needs a bit more attention, removing dust or debris, compressed air will do the trick.
The Perfect Spot to Care For Your Art Print
Follow these tips, which over time will help to preserve your art print. Your art print’s longevity is 100% influenced by its surroundings. The number one rule is to keep it away from direct sunlight, light damage is irreversible to your artwork. Ensure you keep artwork out of any direct drafts from your ventilation system. Art prints do NOT like to be hung over fireplaces or in humid environments, The ideal temperature to store artwork is 65 to 75 °F / 18 – 25°C Hang art prints out of the way of opening doors. Be mindful of gusts of wind that could blow in from nearby open doors and windows. Make sure the correct hardware is used to secure the art print and weight of the frame.
Storing Giclée Art Prints like a boss
To avoid damage keep your new giclée print covered with the acid-free tissue paper that it was posted with (or the acid-free protective sleeve) until it is framed. If your art print needs a break, wrap it in acid-free tissue paper. Store it in a dry, flat space, away from extreme temperatures and direct sunlight. Our goal is to preserve the art print and archival paper, not crinkle them.
Display your Art Print and Enjoy
Fine art prints are meant to be admired; it’s a celebration of creativity, they are an attention-getter in any room, so it’s super important to keep them looking good so they can share the love for years to come. How art is showcased can significantly change the atmosphere of a room… but that’s for another post on another day! Till then…as the renowned saying goes, “Location, location, location” Hang your print in a spot where you, your loved ones and your guests can relish it.
