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Whether you’re framing art for a client, family member, or yourself, you may wish to take extra steps to ensure it isn’t damaged over time.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Although there are nuanced differences, “conservation framing, “preservation framing,” and “archival framing” tend to be used interchangeably to describe a method of framing that helps keep artwork from deteriorating. In this article I’ll share some easy, basic steps to help your art last longer while on display within a frame. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>NOTE\u003C/em>: If your artwork is very valuable or needs to last for generations, it’s best to seek guidance from a professional framer specifically trained in conservation framing. Keep in mind that it’s impossible to permanently preserve or archive a print. Hundreds of years, yes. But even full-on museum-grade framing won’t protect art forever.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Glove up\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Professional and hobby photographers go out of their way to protect their negatives, photos, and prints from fingerprints. Their product of choice is often \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/s/lineco-cotton-darkroom-gloves.html\">Lineco Cotton Darkroom Gloves\u003C/a>. Art framers and conservators also use these lint-free, dust-free gloves to keep harmful oils from touching art and documents during handling and framing. If these gloves are good enough for the professionals, be assured that they’ll serve you well, too.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Choose the Proper Mount Board\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>You probably know that acid can be a major source of damage to art. An important step in archival framing is selecting framing components that are not just acid free, but also lignin free. Standard mat boards and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/mount-board/what-is-mount-board-and-how-to-use-it\">mounting boards\u003C/a> are made of wood pulp paper, which contains acid. Lignin is a binding agent that holds wood together, forming acid as it degrades. So, make sure you use mat board made of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/info/matboard-selection.html#alphacell\">alpha-cellulose\u003C/a> or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/info/matboard-selection.html#cotton\">cotton rag\u003C/a> rather than paper.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Use Proper Mounting Board, Not Cardboard\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When mounting your artwork, resist the urge to use cardboard even if you have a readily available stack of it in your office closet. Cardboard is full of acidic compounds. Instead, use a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/sh/acid-free-3-16-foam-board.html\">quality acid-free foam board\u003C/a>. Part of Encore's Masterpiece collection, this mounting board is thick, lightweight, acid-free, and neutralizes external pollutants — perfect for the archival preservation of valuable art and photographs. It comes in two thicknesses: 3/16” and 1/8”. (By the way, mounting board, backing board, mount board, foam board, and foam core all refer to the same thing.)\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Select the Proper Glazing\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Regular \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/glazing/glass-vs-acrylic-for-photography-framing\">glass or acrylic\u003C/a> will safeguard your art from prying fingers and detrimental components in the air, while also somewhat protecting against humidity. (High humidity areas may require an additional moisture barrier inside the frame.) Although plain glass and acrylic will block about half of the harmful UV rays, consider \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/sh/tru-vue-conservation-clear-glass.html\">UV filter glass\u003C/a> or acrylic, which can block at least 98% of the UV radiation. This is a good choice if you’re concerned about longevity or if the artwork will be displayed in a room with some direct sunlight. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Mount Your Art Correctly\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If you are not using a mat, mounting is simple. Assuming the print is the same size as the inside of the frame, you just slide the art behind the glass or acrylic. The glass, mounting board, and frame will hold the art in place. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If you are using a mat, do not tape the sides of the print to the mat or mounting board. The mat, mounting board, and artwork will all expand and contract at different rates as the temperature changes. If you tape the artwork down, this expansion and contraction will soon cause the artwork to buckle. Instead, use archival quality \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/c/self-adhesive-linen-hinging-tape.html\">hinging tape\u003C/a> or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/c/self-adhesive-hinging-tissue.html\">hinging tissue\u003C/a> to secure the print to the back of the mat at just a couple of points. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If the print is wider than 24 inches, you might use three points of tape. This leaves the print mostly loose inside the frame package so it can expand and contract without binding. To find more information about how to hinge a print, see our article titled \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/art-hinging-tape\">“Art Hinging Tape: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.”\u003C/a> For other mounting techniques, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/info/picture-frame-mounting.html\">see this blog\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Protect the Back Side\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/c/frame-backing-paper-acid-free.html\">Lineco’s Light Gray Acid-Free Frame Backing Paper\u003C/a> adds archival value to your framed artwork. Unlike everyday brown or black kraft paper that punctures easily, this backing paper is acid-free and buffered with 3% calcium carbonate to help protect your art. Moderate porosity allows the frame package to breathe, and the standard weight makes it easy to cut and handle. You can adhere this acid-free backing paper to the frame with our \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/framing-supplies/photo-mounting-supplies/atg-tape.html\">ATG tape\u003C/a> or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/framing-supplies/photo-mounting-supplies/adhesives-glue.html\">liquid adhesives\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Hang It Up!\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The final step is to hang your artwork. Use a professional hanging kit specific to your type of frame and install it according to the directions. Try to avoid direct sunlight. Even if you use UV filter glass or acrylic, direct sunlight will eventually degrade the art. Also, avoid placing your framed art near fireplaces, radiators, or vents — all of which can cause extreme temperature changes. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For more guidance on archival framing, dive into this \u003Ca href=\"https://www.loc.gov/preservation/care/mat.html\">article by the Library of Congress\u003C/a> — the world’s largest library, charged with preserving millions of books, photographs, newspapers, and more. Or reach out to Frame Destination’s customer service team by calling 972-479-1188 or emailing \u003Ca href=\"mailto:sales@framedestination.com\">sales@framedestination.com\u003C/a>. Feel free to share your archival framing experience with us in the comments below!\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Written by \u003Ca href=\"/info/mark-rogers-author.html\">Mark Rogers\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/c_lpad,dpr_2.0,q_auto/v1/media/wysiwyg/Mark_Rogers.jpeg?_i=AB\" alt=\"Mark Rogers\"> Mark Rogers is the President and Co-Founder of Frame Destination. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Mark has become a leading authority on framing techniques and best practices, and has earned a reputation for his innovative approaches to custom framing and frame services for photographers and artists.\u003C/p>\u003Cbr>\n\n","2022-11-01T10:16:00","2025-03-24T12:59:06",[146],{"name":147,"slug":148},"Resources","resources",{"url":150,"label":151},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/FD-BlogHero_FrametoLastLonger.jpg","",{"name":153},"Mark Rogers",{"title":155,"metaDesc":156,"metaKeywords":151,"canonical":157,"schema":158},"How to Frame Your Photos & Prints to Last Longer","Want your photos or art prints to last decades? 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