Picture Frame Damage – Four Ways You Can Avoid Damaging Your Photos and Frames
If you want to continue to enjoy your photo and picture frame for years, it’s important to know how to protect it from permanent damage.Although there are many ways you can ruin your photo and picture frame, there are four simple things you can do to keep your picture frame looking good for years.Many people don’t realize how easy it is to protect your pictures until it’s sadly too late. With these few important tips you can keep your frame and picture looking good for years.
Avoid Your Picture Frame From Getting Direct Sunlight
We all know the kind of damage the sun can do to your skin and your photos are no different.The sun’s UV rays can badly damage your photos so decrease the risk of fading and damage by preventing your frames from getting direct sunlight.
If it is impossible for you to avoid exposing your picture frame to direct sunlight, there are a couple of things you should do.The first thing you should do is make a copy of your special photo so if the photo is every damaged you’ll still have a good quality image. The other thing to do is use UV glass or UV acrylic, which will significantly reduce the UV exposure to your picture. Although your picture will be protected, your frame may still fade in the direct sunlight. Some of the frames most sensitive to fading are ones made out of natural materials like fabric, paper and wood picture frames. You should also be careful with stained or colored frames like red, green or blue picture frames.
Avoid Moisture
We are all aware of the damage that can be caused by flooding but have you ever thought of the damage that’s caused by steam? Pictures and picture frames are damaged by this type of moisture. Be sure to avoid hanging your picture frames next to the kitchen sink or in a bathroom where it can get hot and steamy. If you choose to display pictures in these locations, be sure you have extra copies of your photos made and choose a frame that wont get damaged by moisture. The best frames for moist areas are metal picture frames that are made out of aluminum and wont rust.
Be cautious of picture frames with a sealed back. A sealed back frame is either taped closed or has a paper glued to the back of the frame to protect it and give it a professional finish. A sealed back on a frame does not protect your photo but instead can damage it by trapping moisture inside.Moisture is naturally found in the air in the form of humidity.When the temperature outside the picture frame is different from that on the inside of the frame, moisture builds. If there is a sealed back on your picture frame, there is no way for the moisture to escape so its absorbed by your photo.
If you live in a climate with high humidity, you should consider getting some spacers or mats so your pictures will never get stuck to the glass. When a picture touches the glass continuously in high humidity, the picture can stick to the glass and be permanently damaged.Mats or spacers help keep the glass from resting on the photo and allow for air movement so the photo can never adhere to the glass.
Be Careful of Using Spray Cleaners
This may seem obvious, but there are many people who don’t realize the damage that can be done by spraying glass cleaner on the picture frame glass.Anytime you’re planning to use a spray cleaner to clean your picture frame, always remove the photo first before cleaning.The sprayed liquid cleaner can seep underneath the glass and stain your photo. If you dont want to take the time to remove the picture, use a cloth with the cleaner instead of spraying the cleaner directly onto the glass.
Extra Frame Care Tips
Another tip to avoid damaging your picture frames is to never stack your frames without properly protecting them.If you’re moving or need to store your picture frames, make sure to protect them with thick towels or bubble wrap. Metal and wood picture frames are difficult to repair, so take extra precautions to properly protect them when storing.
By remembering these tips you can protect your picture frames and special photos so you’ll never have the disappointment of ruining something you love. Keep these tips in mind and you will have picture frames that retain their beauty and look good for many years.
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