I might be able to get a bunch up to Bristol around the 20th if that's any help ?

Is there a reason against storing prints in tubes?
It seems to me they are kept quite safe in there, but I saw some adverts saying things like, always stored flat etc etc.

Thanks!

I am having a large print framed currently on 400gsm paper that would have been rolled for no longer than a week while in transit and it is no costing me $150 to get archivaly flattened out to avoid any Kinks/ warping when its held in the frame. This is a first for me, But still flat is always better.

Waves or ripples in the print could occur if left in a tube for a long period -paper has a memory.
The print can be rolled too tightly, the wrong way along the grain or the gsm is a heavier stock and can be more prone to damage if rolled too tightly. Generally paper over 300gsm should be sent in a wider diameter tube.
I get all my prints out and store flat as soon as they arrive. Not only does this save expensive flattening processes, but readies the print for framing. Also lets me examine the print to check if there are any noticeable problems until leaving it too late.
The majority of tubes used are also not archival and if not wrapped correctly can damage the print over time. Always better to take out (carefully), let relax and then store flat whenever possible.

here you go fella

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Fingerz, Jusdeep - legends the two of ye. Thanks.

Follow the one I posted. Really is the best way… No question!
Expressobeans method is flawed in so many ways.

It makes sense not to let the print touch the internal edges of the tube just in case the tube gets squashed and you'll be left with dinks all along the length of your print.

Roll the print (lining with acid free paper), making a lesser diameter to the tube and fasten. Use longer lengths of packing or brown paper (at least 2 inches longer), which will hold the print in place and stop it moving. I also occasionally use a small piece of bubble to stop side movement.
Then tape both ends along the length then round the end caps.

Only once failed getting a print to worldwide destinations and that was due to customs undoing my packing process.

have a look here:

www.postaltubeshop.com/

I havent bought any myself because they wont ship to my country, but they look pretty good imo.

Hi was just wondering where I can purchase tubes for prints? And what thickness to look for if I wanted to send in the post?

Ta Guys ;D

The other option is carpet shops, they will give you the rolls (allegedly) for free....

Im based in the West Midlands, but head in to London on the train on a daily basis so could meet in either or potentially drive if not a crazy distance.

And Ta for all the wise words so far guys!

I really like the drain pipe idea as well.

I work with drain pipes all the time and never thought of that... Doh

I've picked up tubes for free from my framer in the past as she doesn't have the storage space to keep too many.

Maybe worth asking whoever does your framing for you? You never know.