hlarmy
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Advice storing large prints..., by hlarmy on Mar 27, 2011 17:42:19 GMT 1, Evening all
I've recent taken delivery of a few large prints, which are not going to be framed in the next few months and are too big to fit in an A1 portfolio... so, it's high time I tried to do something about this problem, which I've had before in the past and which has resulted in a few prints being slightly damaged. So, two questions:
- is there any alternatives to A0 portfolios - my framer suggested getting two bits of 3mm plywood from B&Q and storing the print between them? Does anyone do this, is it safe etc etc?
- does anyone know of any decent, affordable A0 portfolios? Does anyone have one of the Maxi:
www.portfoliosplus.com/detail.aspx?productid=538876
- finally, is it really bad for the print to be kept in the tube for a while (eg. 6 months)?
Ta, H
Evening all I've recent taken delivery of a few large prints, which are not going to be framed in the next few months and are too big to fit in an A1 portfolio... so, it's high time I tried to do something about this problem, which I've had before in the past and which has resulted in a few prints being slightly damaged. So, two questions: - is there any alternatives to A0 portfolios - my framer suggested getting two bits of 3mm plywood from B&Q and storing the print between them? Does anyone do this, is it safe etc etc? - does anyone know of any decent, affordable A0 portfolios? Does anyone have one of the Maxi: www.portfoliosplus.com/detail.aspx?productid=538876- finally, is it really bad for the print to be kept in the tube for a while (eg. 6 months)? Ta, H |
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Advice storing large prints..., by manty on Mar 27, 2011 18:10:27 GMT 1, Evening all I've recent taken delivery of a few large prints, which are not going to be framed in the next few months and are too big to fit in an A1 portfolio... so, it's high time I tried to do something about this problem, which I've had before in the past and which has resulted in a few prints being slightly damaged. So, two questions: - is there any alternatives to A0 portfolios - my framer suggested getting two bits of 3mm plywood from B&Q and storing the print between them? Does anyone do this, is it safe etc etc? - does anyone know of any decent, affordable A0 portfolios? Does anyone have one of the Maxi: www.portfoliosplus.com/detail.aspx?productid=538876- finally, is it really bad for the print to be kept in the tube for a while (eg. 6 months)? Ta, H
I think wood is the best bet, maybe get a couple of sheets of the mount board to sandwich the print.
Those things they have in the arty shops are pretty cool though, you know the thing where they have big sleeves holding the prints in a kinda flip rack
Edited to add this is what I mean
www.swingpanels.com/StoreModules/SearchResults.aspx?c=Art-Bins-Poster-Holders
Evening all I've recent taken delivery of a few large prints, which are not going to be framed in the next few months and are too big to fit in an A1 portfolio... so, it's high time I tried to do something about this problem, which I've had before in the past and which has resulted in a few prints being slightly damaged. So, two questions: - is there any alternatives to A0 portfolios - my framer suggested getting two bits of 3mm plywood from B&Q and storing the print between them? Does anyone do this, is it safe etc etc? - does anyone know of any decent, affordable A0 portfolios? Does anyone have one of the Maxi: www.portfoliosplus.com/detail.aspx?productid=538876- finally, is it really bad for the print to be kept in the tube for a while (eg. 6 months)? Ta, H I think wood is the best bet, maybe get a couple of sheets of the mount board to sandwich the print. Those things they have in the arty shops are pretty cool though, you know the thing where they have big sleeves holding the prints in a kinda flip rack Edited to add this is what I mean www.swingpanels.com/StoreModules/SearchResults.aspx?c=Art-Bins-Poster-Holders |
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Advice storing large prints..., by Deleted on Mar 28, 2011 10:22:09 GMT 1, I chose the cheap & easiest way, that is plywood !!
Took two bits of plywood, nailed some planks one one of them (as bottom, so that plywood doesn't touch the floor - you never know) then I covered the plywood with some cheap thick cotton bedsheets using a stepler.
I chose the cheap & easiest way, that is plywood !!
Took two bits of plywood, nailed some planks one one of them (as bottom, so that plywood doesn't touch the floor - you never know) then I covered the plywood with some cheap thick cotton bedsheets using a stepler.
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.dappy
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Advice storing large prints..., by .dappy on Mar 28, 2011 14:45:38 GMT 1, The mapac AO is quite a good case and is big! I have one. It does have side and bottom inserts, but could do with some strengtheners in the main case as it does not really stand up by itself.
I am looking to use archival sleeves from selwyns. They are not the cheapest, but are sturdy.
Problem No 1: the sleeves do not fit into the mapac AO! Customer Services at selwyns are very helpful and will cut them down to fit.
Problem No2: I've estimated that I will only be able to fit in 5-7arc sleeves. The depth/opening at the top is not that big on the mapac.
I am pleased that I bought the mapac, but would personally try the selwyns arc sleeves first. the arc sleeves have edges to make them more sturdy.
The mapac AO is quite a good case and is big! I have one. It does have side and bottom inserts, but could do with some strengtheners in the main case as it does not really stand up by itself.
I am looking to use archival sleeves from selwyns. They are not the cheapest, but are sturdy.
Problem No 1: the sleeves do not fit into the mapac AO! Customer Services at selwyns are very helpful and will cut them down to fit.
Problem No2: I've estimated that I will only be able to fit in 5-7arc sleeves. The depth/opening at the top is not that big on the mapac.
I am pleased that I bought the mapac, but would personally try the selwyns arc sleeves first. the arc sleeves have edges to make them more sturdy.
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Wearology
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Advice storing large prints..., by Wearology on Mar 28, 2011 14:51:13 GMT 1, I purchased extra large acid free sleeves from a company in America last week. My suggestion is once the artwork is in the sleeve you should lay it down on a flat surface. If you put it on its side than curling, shifting and other issues start to occur. If you want the name of the company feel free to PM me.
I purchased extra large acid free sleeves from a company in America last week. My suggestion is once the artwork is in the sleeve you should lay it down on a flat surface. If you put it on its side than curling, shifting and other issues start to occur. If you want the name of the company feel free to PM me.
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hlarmy
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Advice storing large prints..., by hlarmy on Mar 28, 2011 15:50:25 GMT 1, The mapac AO is quite a good case and is big! I have one. It does have side and bottom inserts, but could do with some strengtheners in the main case as it does not really stand up by itself. I am looking to use archival sleeves from selwyns. They are not the cheapest, but are sturdy. Problem No 1: the sleeves do not fit into the mapac AO! Customer Services at selwyns are very helpful and will cut them down to fit. Problem No2: I've estimated that I will only be able to fit in 5-7arc sleeves. The depth/opening at the top is not that big on the mapac. I am pleased that I bought the mapac, but would personally try the selwyns arc sleeves first. the arc sleeves have edges to make them more sturdy.
Why o why is this so difficult!!
Thanks Dappy, appreciate it. The problem with buying just the sleeves from Selwyns is that they wonโt offer sufficient protection for the prints, right (?), so you need a portfolio to offer that little bit more protection?
The mapac AO is quite a good case and is big! I have one. It does have side and bottom inserts, but could do with some strengtheners in the main case as it does not really stand up by itself. I am looking to use archival sleeves from selwyns. They are not the cheapest, but are sturdy. Problem No 1: the sleeves do not fit into the mapac AO! Customer Services at selwyns are very helpful and will cut them down to fit. Problem No2: I've estimated that I will only be able to fit in 5-7arc sleeves. The depth/opening at the top is not that big on the mapac. I am pleased that I bought the mapac, but would personally try the selwyns arc sleeves first. the arc sleeves have edges to make them more sturdy. Why o why is this so difficult!! Thanks Dappy, appreciate it. The problem with buying just the sleeves from Selwyns is that they wonโt offer sufficient protection for the prints, right (?), so you need a portfolio to offer that little bit more protection? |
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.dappy
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Advice storing large prints..., by .dappy on Mar 28, 2011 21:35:09 GMT 1,
Here is the web link for the sleeves www.selwyns.com/sleeves.php - sorry did not think that you may be in the states, but they do have a US contact number.
You will see the binding and corners and can fit x2 prints to one sleeve. . As I said Customer Services were most helpful, as I wanted to know all about the construction, how the prints slide in etc.
Agree store flat where possible (under the bed  ). My A1 portfolio just about sits nicely on top of my wardrobe 
Depending on the amount of prints that you have to store, the mapac A0 may be ideal as an extra protection, it has a shoulder strap and handle and is easier to transport than two big bits of ply . If not using sleeves - use of additional acid free mountboard is also good, as well as acid/lignin free tissue paper.
It depends on what you are after and how much you want to spend / balanced against the value of your prints/OGs. There are some other threads on here that mention the selwyns....and other sleeves.
The mapac AO portfolio is the only one of that size that I have (ever) found and selwyns hit the mark for me.
[ Other products, brands and services are available from other companies ;D ]
Here is the web link for the sleeves www.selwyns.com/sleeves.php - sorry did not think that you may be in the states, but they do have a US contact number. You will see the binding and corners and can fit x2 prints to one sleeve. . As I said Customer Services were most helpful, as I wanted to know all about the construction, how the prints slide in etc. Agree store flat where possible (under the bed ). My A1 portfolio just about sits nicely on top of my wardrobe Depending on the amount of prints that you have to store, the mapac A0 may be ideal as an extra protection, it has a shoulder strap and handle and is easier to transport than two big bits of ply . If not using sleeves - use of additional acid free mountboard is also good, as well as acid/lignin free tissue paper. It depends on what you are after and how much you want to spend / balanced against the value of your prints/OGs. There are some other threads on here that mention the selwyns....and other sleeves. The mapac AO portfolio is the only one of that size that I have (ever) found and selwyns hit the mark for me. [ Other products, brands and services are available from other companies ;D ] |
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hlarmy
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Advice storing large prints..., by hlarmy on Mar 28, 2011 21:56:18 GMT 1, Cheers Dappy, on your advice ( I have bought one of these. For those in London, there's one on eBay slightly cheaper - a fiver - but the seller will only accept cash on collection. By the way Dappy what is the size of the sleeves that I require from Selwyns and how much are they quoting...
Will report back once it has arrived... for the benefit of those reading these in the months / years to come with the same bloody dilemma
Cheers Dappy, on your advice ( I have bought one of these. For those in London, there's one on eBay slightly cheaper - a fiver - but the seller will only accept cash on collection. By the way Dappy what is the size of the sleeves that I require from Selwyns and how much are they quoting... Will report back once it has arrived... for the benefit of those reading these in the months / years to come with the same bloody dilemma |
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Advice storing large prints..., by Trevorm on Apr 3, 2011 17:10:32 GMT 1, You could try this:
Get hold of two pieces (I appropriated a couple of offcuts that are 1.2m x 1m) of 10mm thick twin wall polycarb roofing sheet used for conservatories etc. Lay them down on top of each other and push a bradawl or something sharp through both sheets near the edge, I made 3 holes close to the edge down one, long, side and connected the two sheets with cable ties. Hey Presto a cheap AO portfolio.
You could try this:
Get hold of two pieces (I appropriated a couple of offcuts that are 1.2m x 1m) of 10mm thick twin wall polycarb roofing sheet used for conservatories etc. Lay them down on top of each other and push a bradawl or something sharp through both sheets near the edge, I made 3 holes close to the edge down one, long, side and connected the two sheets with cable ties. Hey Presto a cheap AO portfolio.
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Advice storing large prints..., by des77 on Apr 3, 2011 17:15:44 GMT 1, Foam or mount board works fine, masking taped around the edge to keep them secure. If you decide to use ply, make sure it is thick because ive had issues with thin ply warping in the past.
Foam or mount board works fine, masking taped around the edge to keep them secure. If you decide to use ply, make sure it is thick because ive had issues with thin ply warping in the past.
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). My A1 portfolio just about sits nicely on top of my wardrobe 
I have bought one of these. For those in London, there's one on eBay slightly cheaper - a fiver - but the seller will only accept cash on collection. By the way Dappy what is the size of the sleeves that I require from Selwyns and how much are they quoting...
