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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Jokin Jester on Dec 2, 2021 2:30:08 GMT 1, A cheaper option is glass that is UV protective but not antireflection. Probably a little less color tint, but full on glare.
A cheaper option is glass that is UV protective but not antireflection. Probably a little less color tint, but full on glare.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by ecudat on Dec 6, 2021 13:19:01 GMT 1, Presumably, even with Museum Glass we shouldn't hang things in direct sunlight. But I have question, which is, if I were to have prints framed behind museum glass AND the UV layer stuff you can get for your windows, could I then consider doing so? Got a wall in my home office that is empty because it gets some harsh sunlight at the moment, but would love to get a piece/pieces up on that wall! (Shutters/blinds could help too of course, but that's not getting done until I get some other refurbishments done.)
Presumably, even with Museum Glass we shouldn't hang things in direct sunlight. But I have question, which is, if I were to have prints framed behind museum glass AND the UV layer stuff you can get for your windows, could I then consider doing so? Got a wall in my home office that is empty because it gets some harsh sunlight at the moment, but would love to get a piece/pieces up on that wall! (Shutters/blinds could help too of course, but that's not getting done until I get some other refurbishments done.)
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met
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by met on Dec 6, 2021 20:11:52 GMT 1, Presumably, even with Museum Glass we shouldn't hang things in direct sunlight. But I have question, which is, if I were to have prints framed behind museum glass AND the UV layer stuff you can get for your windows, could I then consider doing so? Got a wall in my home office that is empty because it gets some harsh sunlight at the moment, but would love to get a piece/pieces up on that wall! (Shutters/blinds could help too of course, but that's not getting done until I get some other refurbishments done.)
With respect to light-sensitive pieces in your collection, the following should be seen as conflicting interests:
1. Being able to actually view, enjoy and fully experience the art, including by hanging it.
2. The long-term preservation of the art, including its protection from light damage.
Although collectors typically want 1 and 2, it isn't possible to perfectly satisfy both. Some tradeoff is always necessary. And it's up to each of us to discover the right balance — to find the compromise position most suited to our individual needs.
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On the subject of light damage, a common misconception is that one's focus should rest solely on UV light.
This ignorance is understandable, because it's so rare for glazing suppliers or framers to specifically address other types of light. And while UV is the most damaging, all light can be harmful to works of art, especially those on paper.
In my book, anti-UV glazing is very much a worthwhile investment. But even premium products that block up to 99% of UV rays (e.g. Tru Vue Optium Museum Acrylic) will offer no protection against damage caused by visible light.
I've commented on the issue a few times in the past. Two of those occasions are linked below for reference and additional information:
* - 21 December 2018 - Window treatments thread.
* - 30 August 2020 - Banksy™ Thrower print, Gross Domestic Product™ thread.
Presumably, even with Museum Glass we shouldn't hang things in direct sunlight. But I have question, which is, if I were to have prints framed behind museum glass AND the UV layer stuff you can get for your windows, could I then consider doing so? Got a wall in my home office that is empty because it gets some harsh sunlight at the moment, but would love to get a piece/pieces up on that wall! (Shutters/blinds could help too of course, but that's not getting done until I get some other refurbishments done.) With respect to light-sensitive pieces in your collection, the following should be seen as conflicting interests: 1. Being able to actually view, enjoy and fully experience the art, including by hanging it. 2. The long-term preservation of the art, including its protection from light damage. Although collectors typically want 1 and 2, it isn't possible to perfectly satisfy both. Some tradeoff is always necessary. And it's up to each of us to discover the right balance — to find the compromise position most suited to our individual needs. __________ On the subject of light damage, a common misconception is that one's focus should rest solely on UV light. This ignorance is understandable, because it's so rare for glazing suppliers or framers to specifically address other types of light. And while UV is the most damaging, all light can be harmful to works of art, especially those on paper. In my book, anti-UV glazing is very much a worthwhile investment. But even premium products that block up to 99% of UV rays (e.g. Tru Vue Optium Museum Acrylic) will offer no protection against damage caused by visible light. I've commented on the issue a few times in the past. Two of those occasions are linked below for reference and additional information: * - 21 December 2018 - Window treatments thread. * - 30 August 2020 - Banksy™ Thrower print, Gross Domestic Product™ thread.
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Bill Hicks
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Bill Hicks on Dec 6, 2021 20:36:44 GMT 1, Presumably, even with Museum Glass we shouldn't hang things in direct sunlight. But I have question, which is, if I were to have prints framed behind museum glass AND the UV layer stuff you can get for your windows, could I then consider doing so? Got a wall in my home office that is empty because it gets some harsh sunlight at the moment, but would love to get a piece/pieces up on that wall! (Shutters/blinds could help too of course, but that's not getting done until I get some other refurbishments done.) With respect to light-sensitive pieces in your collection, the following should be seen as conflicting interests: 1. Being able to actually view, enjoy and fully experience the art, including by hanging it. 2. The long-term preservation of the art, including its protection from light damage. Although collectors typically want 1 and 2, it isn't possible to perfectly satisfy both. Some tradeoff is always necessary. And it's up to each of us to discover the right balance — to find the compromise position most suited to our individual needs. __________ On the subject of light damage, a common misconception is that one's focus should rest solely on UV light. This ignorance is understandable, because it's so rare for glazing suppliers or framers to specifically address other types of light. And while UV is the most damaging, all light can be harmful to works of art, especially those on paper. In my book, anti-UV glazing is very much a worthwhile investment. But even premium products that block up to 99% of UV rays (e.g. Tru Vue Optium Museum Acrylic) will offer no protection against damage caused by visible light. I've commented on the issue a few times in the past. Two of those occasions are linked below for reference and additional information: * - 21 December 2018 - Window treatments thread. * - 30 August 2020 - Banksy™ Thrower print, Gross Domestic Product™ thread.
Presumably, even with Museum Glass we shouldn't hang things in direct sunlight. But I have question, which is, if I were to have prints framed behind museum glass AND the UV layer stuff you can get for your windows, could I then consider doing so? Got a wall in my home office that is empty because it gets some harsh sunlight at the moment, but would love to get a piece/pieces up on that wall! (Shutters/blinds could help too of course, but that's not getting done until I get some other refurbishments done.) With respect to light-sensitive pieces in your collection, the following should be seen as conflicting interests: 1. Being able to actually view, enjoy and fully experience the art, including by hanging it. 2. The long-term preservation of the art, including its protection from light damage. Although collectors typically want 1 and 2, it isn't possible to perfectly satisfy both. Some tradeoff is always necessary. And it's up to each of us to discover the right balance — to find the compromise position most suited to our individual needs. __________ On the subject of light damage, a common misconception is that one's focus should rest solely on UV light. This ignorance is understandable, because it's so rare for glazing suppliers or framers to specifically address other types of light. And while UV is the most damaging, all light can be harmful to works of art, especially those on paper. In my book, anti-UV glazing is very much a worthwhile investment. But even premium products that block up to 99% of UV rays (e.g. Tru Vue Optium Museum Acrylic) will offer no protection against damage caused by visible light. I've commented on the issue a few times in the past. Two of those occasions are linked below for reference and additional information: * - 21 December 2018 - Window treatments thread. * - 30 August 2020 - Banksy™ Thrower print, Gross Domestic Product™ thread.
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DB
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by DB on Dec 6, 2021 20:37:20 GMT 1, Can anyone help me find some made-to-measure non-reflective glass or acrylic that I can order online? I have the frame already (Just a simple black one from Habitat) but the glass is super reflective on the the dark poster I have framed in it.
Can anyone help me find some made-to-measure non-reflective glass or acrylic that I can order online? I have the frame already (Just a simple black one from Habitat) but the glass is super reflective on the the dark poster I have framed in it.
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Bill Hicks
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Bill Hicks on Dec 6, 2021 20:40:58 GMT 1, Can anyone help me find some made-to-measure non-reflective glass or acrylic that I can order online? I have the frame already (Just a simple black one from Habitat) but the glass is super reflective on the the dark poster I have framed in it. This may help.
Can anyone help me find some made-to-measure non-reflective glass or acrylic that I can order online? I have the frame already (Just a simple black one from Habitat) but the glass is super reflective on the the dark poster I have framed in it. This may help.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by ecudat on Dec 7, 2021 10:17:02 GMT 1, Presumably, even with Museum Glass we shouldn't hang things in direct sunlight. But I have question, which is, if I were to have prints framed behind museum glass AND the UV layer stuff you can get for your windows, could I then consider doing so? Got a wall in my home office that is empty because it gets some harsh sunlight at the moment, but would love to get a piece/pieces up on that wall! (Shutters/blinds could help too of course, but that's not getting done until I get some other refurbishments done.) With respect to light-sensitive pieces in your collection, the following should be seen as conflicting interests: 1. Being able to actually view, enjoy and fully experience the art, including by hanging it. 2. The long-term preservation of the art, including its protection from light damage. Although collectors typically want 1 and 2, it isn't possible to perfectly satisfy both. Some tradeoff is always necessary. And it's up to each of us to discover the right balance — to find the compromise position most suited to our individual needs. __________ On the subject of light damage, a common misconception is that one's focus should rest solely on UV light. This ignorance is understandable, because it's so rare for glazing suppliers or framers to specifically address other types of light. And while UV is the most damaging, all light can be harmful to works of art, especially those on paper. In my book, anti-UV glazing is very much a worthwhile investment. But even premium products that block up to 99% of UV rays (e.g. Tru Vue Optium Museum Acrylic) will offer no protection against damage caused by visible light. I've commented on the issue a few times in the past. Two of those occasions are linked below for reference and additional information: * - 21 December 2018 - Window treatments thread. * - 30 August 2020 - Banksy™ Thrower print, Gross Domestic Product™ thread. Thank you for this reply! I have to be honest, I didn't expect someone to take the time to give such a detailed response, much appreciated!
Presumably, even with Museum Glass we shouldn't hang things in direct sunlight. But I have question, which is, if I were to have prints framed behind museum glass AND the UV layer stuff you can get for your windows, could I then consider doing so? Got a wall in my home office that is empty because it gets some harsh sunlight at the moment, but would love to get a piece/pieces up on that wall! (Shutters/blinds could help too of course, but that's not getting done until I get some other refurbishments done.) With respect to light-sensitive pieces in your collection, the following should be seen as conflicting interests: 1. Being able to actually view, enjoy and fully experience the art, including by hanging it. 2. The long-term preservation of the art, including its protection from light damage. Although collectors typically want 1 and 2, it isn't possible to perfectly satisfy both. Some tradeoff is always necessary. And it's up to each of us to discover the right balance — to find the compromise position most suited to our individual needs. __________ On the subject of light damage, a common misconception is that one's focus should rest solely on UV light. This ignorance is understandable, because it's so rare for glazing suppliers or framers to specifically address other types of light. And while UV is the most damaging, all light can be harmful to works of art, especially those on paper. In my book, anti-UV glazing is very much a worthwhile investment. But even premium products that block up to 99% of UV rays (e.g. Tru Vue Optium Museum Acrylic) will offer no protection against damage caused by visible light. I've commented on the issue a few times in the past. Two of those occasions are linked below for reference and additional information: * - 21 December 2018 - Window treatments thread. * - 30 August 2020 - Banksy™ Thrower print, Gross Domestic Product™ thread. Thank you for this reply! I have to be honest, I didn't expect someone to take the time to give such a detailed response, much appreciated!
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by orchid on Dec 7, 2021 22:42:16 GMT 1,
Ditch that nasty Tesco rubbish and use the industry standard:
www.lionpic.co.uk/p/9550/Glass-Cleaner-Aerosol-660ml-by-LION
Also 70% UV is beneath conservation standard - ouch. If you have cheap art that you don't care about/has little value, it's fine.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Art Attackkk on Jul 25, 2022 13:13:27 GMT 1, Hi. I hope someone can help. I’ve bought a framed picture that was framed years ago in a normal plexiglass. Without wanting the expense of getting this reframed with uv protected plexiglass or uv glass, can someone recommend a way of doing this? There seem to be uv films and sprays available, but I’m not sure how successful and easy to apply to the existing plexiglass glass they are. Don’t want to end up with streaks or bubbles etc. I could just hang the picture out of the sun, but the wall I had in mind for it gets a fair bit of sun. Without wanting to live in total darkness 11 months of the year by drawing curtains, any advice would be appreciated! 😂
Hi. I hope someone can help. I’ve bought a framed picture that was framed years ago in a normal plexiglass. Without wanting the expense of getting this reframed with uv protected plexiglass or uv glass, can someone recommend a way of doing this? There seem to be uv films and sprays available, but I’m not sure how successful and easy to apply to the existing plexiglass glass they are. Don’t want to end up with streaks or bubbles etc. I could just hang the picture out of the sun, but the wall I had in mind for it gets a fair bit of sun. Without wanting to live in total darkness 11 months of the year by drawing curtains, any advice would be appreciated! 😂
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by moron on Jul 25, 2022 15:55:47 GMT 1, Easy way would be to carefully remove the picture from the frame and to replace the plexi glass with a new sheet of anti UV glass. That way you do not have to buy a new frame. Or just get a sheet of UV glass cut and put it on top of the original flexi depending on the frame or on top of the frame. It should not be too hard to affix it on top.
Some say that anti UV plexi does not actually give good protection and museum glass should be used instead.
design.fineartestates.com/when-to-use-uv-control-glazing-to-prevent-artwork-fading/
Easy way would be to carefully remove the picture from the frame and to replace the plexi glass with a new sheet of anti UV glass. That way you do not have to buy a new frame. Or just get a sheet of UV glass cut and put it on top of the original flexi depending on the frame or on top of the frame. It should not be too hard to affix it on top. Some say that anti UV plexi does not actually give good protection and museum glass should be used instead. design.fineartestates.com/when-to-use-uv-control-glazing-to-prevent-artwork-fading/
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Art Attackkk on Jul 25, 2022 18:35:06 GMT 1, Thanks for the reply. Yeah I think I’ll go down the route of replacing the plexiglass with uv glass. Worth the extra work in the long term I think. Cheers
Thanks for the reply. Yeah I think I’ll go down the route of replacing the plexiglass with uv glass. Worth the extra work in the long term I think. Cheers
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by John The Badgers on Jul 25, 2022 19:16:38 GMT 1, As above Art Attackxxx, I looked into anti uv 'films', think they serve there purpose on certain things, but not sure how successful it would be adding to your existing framed piece?
As with Moron, I would disassemble the existing frame, and replace the current glass. Not sure of your location, but Brampton Framing in the UK, nice outfit, will cut glass to size no problem at all. You can specify whatever you want, and find them very cost effective.
All the best with sorting.
As above Art Attackxxx, I looked into anti uv 'films', think they serve there purpose on certain things, but not sure how successful it would be adding to your existing framed piece?
As with Moron, I would disassemble the existing frame, and replace the current glass. Not sure of your location, but Brampton Framing in the UK, nice outfit, will cut glass to size no problem at all. You can specify whatever you want, and find them very cost effective.
All the best with sorting.
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Runit
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Runit on Aug 3, 2022 16:14:07 GMT 1, Is it glass or acrylic? First, I rarely frame anything using glass. To clean acrylic I use Novus acrylic cleaner. Standard window cleaners are not good for acrylic. Bingo. Just the answer I was looking for. I've some smudges on my acrylic framed prints and I've been putting off cleaning them for some time now. Novus seems pretty expensive but if needs must.. any other cheaper solutions out there before i purchase this?
Is it glass or acrylic? First, I rarely frame anything using glass. To clean acrylic I use Novus acrylic cleaner. Standard window cleaners are not good for acrylic. Bingo. Just the answer I was looking for. I've some smudges on my acrylic framed prints and I've been putting off cleaning them for some time now. Novus seems pretty expensive but if needs must.. any other cheaper solutions out there before i purchase this?
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Acme Thunderer on Aug 3, 2022 16:50:38 GMT 1, NEVER use any chemicals or cleaners on glass.
The foolproof way to get no smears and get it clean is using a brand new microfibre cloth (must be new) with a tiny bit of water on the cloth, then some gentle elbow grease! Trust me.
NEVER spray anything directly onto the glass as it could damage the frame itself (as good framers stain the wood) or moisture gets in between the frame and glass.
NEVER use any chemicals or cleaners on glass.
The foolproof way to get no smears and get it clean is using a brand new microfibre cloth (must be new) with a tiny bit of water on the cloth, then some gentle elbow grease! Trust me.
NEVER spray anything directly onto the glass as it could damage the frame itself (as good framers stain the wood) or moisture gets in between the frame and glass.
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Runit
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Runit on Aug 3, 2022 16:55:48 GMT 1, NEVER use any chemicals or cleaners on glass. The foolproof way to get no smears and get it clean is using a brand new microfibre cloth (must be new) with a tiny bit of water on the cloth, then some gentle elbow grease! Trust me. NEVER spray anything directly onto the glass as it could damage the frame itself (as good framers stain the wood) or moisture gets in between the frame and glass. I have smudge of something that requires more than elbow grease and a micro fibre cloth, I'm not talking about cleaning the entire surface but spot cleaning - also it's acrylic as I never use glass.
NEVER use any chemicals or cleaners on glass. The foolproof way to get no smears and get it clean is using a brand new microfibre cloth (must be new) with a tiny bit of water on the cloth, then some gentle elbow grease! Trust me. NEVER spray anything directly onto the glass as it could damage the frame itself (as good framers stain the wood) or moisture gets in between the frame and glass. I have smudge of something that requires more than elbow grease and a micro fibre cloth, I'm not talking about cleaning the entire surface but spot cleaning - also it's acrylic as I never use glass.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Acme Thunderer on Aug 3, 2022 17:04:25 GMT 1, NEVER use any chemicals or cleaners on glass. The foolproof way to get no smears and get it clean is using a brand new microfibre cloth (must be new) with a tiny bit of water on the cloth, then some gentle elbow grease! Trust me. NEVER spray anything directly onto the glass as it could damage the frame itself (as good framers stain the wood) or moisture gets in between the frame and glass. I have smudge of something that requires more than elbow grease and a micro fibre cloth, I'm not talking about cleaning the entire surface but spot cleaning - also it's acrylic as I never use glass. There is one product that can be used (then use the microfibre and water method to finish off) but only use a couple of drops of this on a dry kitchen towel.
www.amazon.co.uk/Mykal-Sticky-Stuff-Remover-250ml/dp/B000TAT4GM
NEVER use any chemicals or cleaners on glass. The foolproof way to get no smears and get it clean is using a brand new microfibre cloth (must be new) with a tiny bit of water on the cloth, then some gentle elbow grease! Trust me. NEVER spray anything directly onto the glass as it could damage the frame itself (as good framers stain the wood) or moisture gets in between the frame and glass. I have smudge of something that requires more than elbow grease and a micro fibre cloth, I'm not talking about cleaning the entire surface but spot cleaning - also it's acrylic as I never use glass. There is one product that can be used (then use the microfibre and water method to finish off) but only use a couple of drops of this on a dry kitchen towel. www.amazon.co.uk/Mykal-Sticky-Stuff-Remover-250ml/dp/B000TAT4GM
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Runit
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Runit on Aug 3, 2022 17:06:44 GMT 1, Nice one Acme - a much more sensible price point than the Novus which seems horribly overpriced for such a small amount
Nice one Acme - a much more sensible price point than the Novus which seems horribly overpriced for such a small amount
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by longshanks on Aug 3, 2022 17:16:14 GMT 1, I have smudge of something that requires more than elbow grease and a micro fibre cloth, I'm not talking about cleaning the entire surface but spot cleaning - also it's acrylic as I never use glass. There is one product that can be used (then use the microfibre and water method to finish off) but only use a couple of drops of this on a dry kitchen towel. www.amazon.co.uk/Mykal-Sticky-Stuff-Remover-250ml/dp/B000TAT4GM
just to interject here (sorry) the tar and glue remover may buff acrylic into a smear.... as it's a solvent.
I have smudge of something that requires more than elbow grease and a micro fibre cloth, I'm not talking about cleaning the entire surface but spot cleaning - also it's acrylic as I never use glass. There is one product that can be used (then use the microfibre and water method to finish off) but only use a couple of drops of this on a dry kitchen towel. www.amazon.co.uk/Mykal-Sticky-Stuff-Remover-250ml/dp/B000TAT4GM
just to interject here (sorry) the tar and glue remover may buff acrylic into a smear.... as it's a solvent.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Acme Thunderer on Aug 3, 2022 17:42:21 GMT 1,
just to interject here (sorry) the tar and glue remover may buff acrylic into a smear.... as it's a solvent. Yes - good to highlight the caution and exactly why I said only a couple of drops on dry kitchen towel, then finish off with microfibre cloth / water. Always try microfibre + water + elbow grease first though.
just to interject here (sorry) the tar and glue remover may buff acrylic into a smear.... as it's a solvent. Yes - good to highlight the caution and exactly why I said only a couple of drops on dry kitchen towel, then finish off with microfibre cloth / water. Always try microfibre + water + elbow grease first though.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Runit on Aug 3, 2022 18:00:16 GMT 1, randomly the framer ( top end mind you ) said bog standard window cleaner on a lint free cloth will do the trick...
randomly the framer ( top end mind you ) said bog standard window cleaner on a lint free cloth will do the trick...
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