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Fixing a dent, by Patrick 01 on Mar 19, 2019 21:34:59 GMT 1, Hi
I have just received a print in the post which has been heavily dinged by the courier (I think).
This has resulted in a significant dent/crease.
It is a heavy,thick paper which I believe could be fixed.
Can anyone advise on best method please?
Many thanks
Hi
I have just received a print in the post which has been heavily dinged by the courier (I think).
This has resulted in a significant dent/crease.
It is a heavy,thick paper which I believe could be fixed.
Can anyone advise on best method please?
Many thanks
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Fixing a dent, by Fast Eddie on Mar 19, 2019 23:56:50 GMT 1, Depends on value.
Paper conservationist for anything above $1000USD.
Below that value, get some distilled water, cotton swabs, iron. Test the paper first with minimal amount of distilled water on the back. Wait to check for changes/discoloration issues in the treated area after it dries up. If all is back to baseline, then work with very limited water on the back of the print, at the point of indenture, applying moisture with the swabs. The humidity will make the paper fibers relax in that area. Apply on those parts a warm, but not hot, iron to flatten. Finally, place an acid free blotter and a weight on top of it and let it rest.
Depends on value.
Paper conservationist for anything above $1000USD.
Below that value, get some distilled water, cotton swabs, iron. Test the paper first with minimal amount of distilled water on the back. Wait to check for changes/discoloration issues in the treated area after it dries up. If all is back to baseline, then work with very limited water on the back of the print, at the point of indenture, applying moisture with the swabs. The humidity will make the paper fibers relax in that area. Apply on those parts a warm, but not hot, iron to flatten. Finally, place an acid free blotter and a weight on top of it and let it rest.
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