blenki
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by blenki on Feb 3, 2020 14:12:32 GMT 1, I have about 15-20 prints in storage. I can't afford the UV glass for them. So regular glass it is. Just need to keep them away from direct sunlight.
I have about 15-20 prints in storage. I can't afford the UV glass for them. So regular glass it is. Just need to keep them away from direct sunlight. UV glass isn't a lot more then normal glass, and not as expensive as anti reflective or museum glass |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by NYart on Feb 3, 2020 15:27:25 GMT 1, I have about 15-20 prints in storage. I can't afford the UV glass for them. So regular glass it is. Just need to keep them away from direct sunlight.
It’s not just natural sunlight that damages them, your house lights will as well.
I have about 15-20 prints in storage. I can't afford the UV glass for them. So regular glass it is. Just need to keep them away from direct sunlight. It’s not just natural sunlight that damages them, your house lights will as well. |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Inknart on Feb 3, 2020 17:06:54 GMT 1, I have about 15-20 prints in storage. I can't afford the UV glass for them. So regular glass it is. Just need to keep them away from direct sunlight.
I have about 15-20 prints in storage. I can't afford the UV glass for them. So regular glass it is. Just need to keep them away from direct sunlight. The only piece i've ever framed without UV glass sat in a corner and the fading was bad when i took it out where the matte covered the print. I would window float them, so at least the possibility of fading is even... |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by abstrakted on May 28, 2020 16:00:50 GMT 1, I've got a fantastic, expensive framer for the expensive pieces, but looking for cheaper frames for the cheaper art.
Ideally, off the shelf (i.e. not custom) and has museum/art glass. Located in UK.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
EDIT: googling around have not found anything like this. But suppose I could buy cheap frames online then separately order museum glass, perhaps from here: www.bramptonframing.com/diy-framing/supplies/glass/tru+vue+clear+museum+glass
I've got a fantastic, expensive framer for the expensive pieces, but looking for cheaper frames for the cheaper art. Ideally, off the shelf (i.e. not custom) and has museum/art glass. Located in UK. Any suggestions? Thanks! EDIT: googling around have not found anything like this. But suppose I could buy cheap frames online then separately order museum glass, perhaps from here: www.bramptonframing.com/diy-framing/supplies/glass/tru+vue+clear+museum+glass |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by dunkers on May 28, 2020 16:42:40 GMT 1, I don't know if you will find off the shelf for what you are looking for.
I buy all my frames from Brampton Framing and they are good quality. So your idea of buying the glass from them and putting that in cheaper frames may be the way to go, however its the museum glass which is the most expensive part usually. I'd go for tru-vue ultra vue instead. Also if you are going to the effort and cost of having museum glass to protect the art then surely then you want to buy conservation grade mounts too?
I don't know if you will find off the shelf for what you are looking for.
I buy all my frames from Brampton Framing and they are good quality. So your idea of buying the glass from them and putting that in cheaper frames may be the way to go, however its the museum glass which is the most expensive part usually. I'd go for tru-vue ultra vue instead. Also if you are going to the effort and cost of having museum glass to protect the art then surely then you want to buy conservation grade mounts too?
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by guitarbeard on May 28, 2020 20:07:13 GMT 1, Try Nick at The Ink Pot
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by abstrakted on May 29, 2020 1:36:12 GMT 1, I don't know if you will find off the shelf for what you are looking for. I buy all my frames from Brampton Framing and they are good quality. So your idea of buying the glass from them and putting that in cheaper frames may be the way to go, however its the museum glass which is the most expensive part usually. I'd go for tru-vue ultra vue instead. Also if you are going to the effort and cost of having museum glass to protect the art then surely then you want to buy conservation grade mounts too?
Thank you sir. While I had fantasies of hacking IKEA frames with museum glass, it’s all such a pain — I’ll probably drop a fortune on framing like I always do 😂😭
I don't know if you will find off the shelf for what you are looking for. I buy all my frames from Brampton Framing and they are good quality. So your idea of buying the glass from them and putting that in cheaper frames may be the way to go, however its the museum glass which is the most expensive part usually. I'd go for tru-vue ultra vue instead. Also if you are going to the effort and cost of having museum glass to protect the art then surely then you want to buy conservation grade mounts too? Thank you sir. While I had fantasies of hacking IKEA frames with museum glass, it’s all such a pain — I’ll probably drop a fortune on framing like I always do 😂😭 |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Charlesworth on Sept 17, 2020 16:55:45 GMT 1, I stupidly used a cheap household glass cleaner that I found in the cupboard to clean the glass on some frames and its left terrible smears. I read the label before I used it to check that it had no ammonia and used a microfiber cloth so I thought it would be ok. 
The glass is anti reflection AR70
Has anyone got any recommendations on what they use?
I stupidly used a cheap household glass cleaner that I found in the cupboard to clean the glass on some frames and its left terrible smears. I read the label before I used it to check that it had no ammonia and used a microfiber cloth so I thought it would be ok. The glass is anti reflection AR70 Has anyone got any recommendations on what they use? |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by broke on Sept 18, 2020 0:36:16 GMT 1, I stupidly used a cheap household glass cleaner that I found in the cupboard to clean the glass on some frames and its left terrible smears. I read the label before I used it to check that it had no ammonia and used a microfiber cloth so I thought it would be ok. The glass is anti reflection AR70 Has anyone got any recommendations on what they use?
ArtGlass is the easiest anti-reflective glass to clean in my experience.
I stupidly used a cheap household glass cleaner that I found in the cupboard to clean the glass on some frames and its left terrible smears. I read the label before I used it to check that it had no ammonia and used a microfiber cloth so I thought it would be ok. The glass is anti reflection AR70 Has anyone got any recommendations on what they use? Use a clean DRY cotton rag (an old t shirt or bed sheet will work as long as its 100% coton) and some elbow grease. the smudges should buff out. ArtGlass is the easiest anti-reflective glass to clean in my experience. |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Horatio Nelson on Nov 3, 2020 14:09:58 GMT 1, My cleaner has messed up the glass on a number of framed prints by using a Mr Muscle glass cleaner. They had the museum quality anti reflective anti-UV full works etc.
They are now permanently damaged - luckily quite small prints and streaks only noticeable close up/in certain light.
Dry cloth only from now on.
My cleaner has messed up the glass on a number of framed prints by using a Mr Muscle glass cleaner. They had the museum quality anti reflective anti-UV full works etc.
They are now permanently damaged - luckily quite small prints and streaks only noticeable close up/in certain light.
Dry cloth only from now on.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Dive Jedi on Jan 6, 2021 20:46:58 GMT 1, As stated before I have never had anything framed.
So rather clueless here.
One of my framed Banksy records had it's glass broken.
So looking for replacement
Thought I'd google on plexiglass and found a 99% UV protection plexi
made bespoke to size : 50 x 70 cm...... for 29 euro....
So how is this different from Truvue or whatever it's called?
I keep hearing this stuff is very expensive.
As stated before I have never had anything framed.
So rather clueless here.
One of my framed Banksy records had it's glass broken.
So looking for replacement
Thought I'd google on plexiglass and found a 99% UV protection plexi
made bespoke to size : 50 x 70 cm...... for 29 euro....
So how is this different from Truvue or whatever it's called?
I keep hearing this stuff is very expensive.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by .dappy on Jan 6, 2021 20:57:35 GMT 1, As stated before I have never had anything framed. So rather clueless here. One of my framed Banksy records had it's glass broken. So looking for replacement Thought I'd google on plexiglass and found a 99% UV protection plexi made bespoke to size : 50 x 70 cm...... for 29 euro.... So how is this different from Truvue or whatever it's called? I keep hearing this stuff is very expensive.
... plexiglass is in essence a plastic ... an acrylic ... is is normally used for large pieces as it is much lighter than glass (any variation) ... and if it falls will not shatter ... it is also a cheaper alternative ... museum glass is non reflexive... plexi generally isn't ...
... you pays your money ... you take your choice ...
As stated before I have never had anything framed. So rather clueless here. One of my framed Banksy records had it's glass broken. So looking for replacement Thought I'd google on plexiglass and found a 99% UV protection plexi made bespoke to size : 50 x 70 cm...... for 29 euro.... So how is this different from Truvue or whatever it's called? I keep hearing this stuff is very expensive. ... plexiglass is in essence a plastic ... an acrylic ... is is normally used for large pieces as it is much lighter than glass (any variation) ... and if it falls will not shatter ... it is also a cheaper alternative ... museum glass is non reflexive... plexi generally isn't ... ... you pays your money ... you take your choice ... |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Dive Jedi on Jan 6, 2021 21:06:49 GMT 1, As stated before I have never had anything framed. So rather clueless here. One of my framed Banksy records had it's glass broken. So looking for replacement Thought I'd google on plexiglass and found a 99% UV protection plexi made bespoke to size : 50 x 70 cm...... for 29 euro.... So how is this different from Truvue or whatever it's called? I keep hearing this stuff is very expensive. ... plexiglass is in essence a plastic ... an acrylic ... is is normally used for large pieces as it is much lighter than glass (any variation) ... and if it falls will not shatter ... it is also a cheaper alternative ... museum glass is non reflexive... plexi generally isn't ... ... you pays your money ... you take your choice ...
Well, it basicly had Ikea-glass. So UV-plexi is an upgrade.
And I will probably sell it and ship it, so I'd go for plexi here....
Thanks
As stated before I have never had anything framed. So rather clueless here. One of my framed Banksy records had it's glass broken. So looking for replacement Thought I'd google on plexiglass and found a 99% UV protection plexi made bespoke to size : 50 x 70 cm...... for 29 euro.... So how is this different from Truvue or whatever it's called? I keep hearing this stuff is very expensive. ... plexiglass is in essence a plastic ... an acrylic ... is is normally used for large pieces as it is much lighter than glass (any variation) ... and if it falls will not shatter ... it is also a cheaper alternative ... museum glass is non reflexive... plexi generally isn't ... ... you pays your money ... you take your choice ... ah, so it's the non-reflective part that makes the difference. Well, it basicly had Ikea-glass. So UV-plexi is an upgrade. And I will probably sell it and ship it, so I'd go for plexi here.... Thanks |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by broke on Jan 6, 2021 21:23:55 GMT 1, ... plexiglass is in essence a plastic ... an acrylic ... is is normally used for large pieces as it is much lighter than glass (any variation) ... and if it falls will not shatter ... it is also a cheaper alternative ... museum glass is non reflexive... plexi generally isn't ... ... you pays your money ... you take your choice ... ah, so it's the non-reflective part that makes the difference. Well, it basicly had Ikea-glass. So UV-plexi is an upgrade. And I will probably sell it and ship it, so I'd go for plexi here.... Thanks
The non reflective part is what bumps the price up. Standard 99% UV glass is actually pretty reasonably priced.
... plexiglass is in essence a plastic ... an acrylic ... is is normally used for large pieces as it is much lighter than glass (any variation) ... and if it falls will not shatter ... it is also a cheaper alternative ... museum glass is non reflexive... plexi generally isn't ... ... you pays your money ... you take your choice ... ah, so it's the non-reflective part that makes the difference. Well, it basicly had Ikea-glass. So UV-plexi is an upgrade. And I will probably sell it and ship it, so I'd go for plexi here.... Thanks The non reflective part is what bumps the price up. Standard 99% UV glass is actually pretty reasonably priced. |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by John The Badgers on Jan 7, 2021 10:17:51 GMT 1, Done some DIY framing on smaller items, postcards etc, have Museum Glass cut to size, use Bramptons in the UK, quite cost effective?
Circa £20 for the glass, and I think worth it, the anti reflectivity really enhances the image -
Done some DIY framing on smaller items, postcards etc, have Museum Glass cut to size, use Bramptons in the UK, quite cost effective? Circa £20 for the glass, and I think worth it, the anti reflectivity really enhances the image - |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Humble Art Collector on Jan 22, 2021 8:03:26 GMT 1, I think museum glass is the only way to go. I use truvue Optium. It also has and anti dust protection on it and I have to say it completely works. I am always dusting the frames and furniture but I have literally NEVER and I mean never had to wipe dust off the glass. It is expensive but worth the anti glare and protection it provides in my opinion.
I think museum glass is the only way to go. I use truvue Optium. It also has and anti dust protection on it and I have to say it completely works. I am always dusting the frames and furniture but I have literally NEVER and I mean never had to wipe dust off the glass. It is expensive but worth the anti glare and protection it provides in my opinion.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by The Strip Gallery on Feb 4, 2021 14:46:54 GMT 1, I think museum glass is the only way to go. I use truvue Optium. It also has and anti dust protection on it and I have to say it completely works. I am always dusting the frames and furniture but I have literally NEVER and I mean never had to wipe dust off the glass. It is expensive but worth the anti glare and protection it provides in my opinion.
I think the same way. We have seen various types of glass and museum glass is the top. Practically the reflections are absent and the work seems to have almost no glass !!
I think museum glass is the only way to go. I use truvue Optium. It also has and anti dust protection on it and I have to say it completely works. I am always dusting the frames and furniture but I have literally NEVER and I mean never had to wipe dust off the glass. It is expensive but worth the anti glare and protection it provides in my opinion. I think the same way. We have seen various types of glass and museum glass is the top. Practically the reflections are absent and the work seems to have almost no glass !! |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by ecudat on Apr 19, 2021 8:59:13 GMT 1, Here's a little side-by-side comparison that my framer has. I couldn't tell if the sun was slightly more on the regular glass in fairness, but as others have said, the museum glass reflects far less (when not being hit with harsh light, you can't even tell it's there - it's crazy!) and is clearer, as you can see quite easily in the photo below.
Here's a little side-by-side comparison that my framer has. I couldn't tell if the sun was slightly more on the regular glass in fairness, but as others have said, the museum glass reflects far less (when not being hit with harsh light, you can't even tell it's there - it's crazy!) and is clearer, as you can see quite easily in the photo below. |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Balboa on Apr 28, 2021 6:22:01 GMT 1, By this logic, I’m surprised you didn’t conclude that it would be cheaper still to frame with standard glass and use the window film on that.
By this logic, I’m surprised you didn’t conclude that it would be cheaper still to frame with standard glass and use the window film on that.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by Deleted on Apr 28, 2021 7:32:14 GMT 1, I have a room in my house with double doors and a large skylight that I’ve had a UV film put on the glass as an added protection - rather than as an alternative to decent framing glass.
People use this sort of stuff to protect curtains, furniture etc. I believe it’s also used commercially - shops etc It’s pretty easy to install yourself or you can get someone to do it.
I have a room in my house with double doors and a large skylight that I’ve had a UV film put on the glass as an added protection - rather than as an alternative to decent framing glass.
People use this sort of stuff to protect curtains, furniture etc. I believe it’s also used commercially - shops etc It’s pretty easy to install yourself or you can get someone to do it.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by mpm on Jun 1, 2021 21:02:54 GMT 1, I accidently smashed the glass for one of my frames so need to get replacement.
Can anyone recommend a place to get either museum glass or non reflective acrylic in the UK? Ideally online.
Thanks
I accidently smashed the glass for one of my frames so need to get replacement.
Can anyone recommend a place to get either museum glass or non reflective acrylic in the UK? Ideally online.
Thanks
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by mpm on Jun 1, 2021 21:12:07 GMT 1, Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by We Have Your Prints on Jun 2, 2021 10:05:29 GMT 1, shop.diyframing.com/
Not a million miles away, not sure what they stock though
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by John The Badgers on Jun 2, 2021 19:04:38 GMT 1, Can I recommend Mister Frame Man mpn?
Although they are over in Norwich, shipping no problem at all? I am on the other side of the country, but used them on numerous occasions, cant fault them.
Lots of people use them on here, so I'm sure Gary will help you out - he's a top fella.
Can I recommend Mister Frame Man mpn?
Although they are over in Norwich, shipping no problem at all? I am on the other side of the country, but used them on numerous occasions, cant fault them.
Lots of people use them on here, so I'm sure Gary will help you out - he's a top fella.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by John The Badgers on Jun 2, 2021 19:10:02 GMT 1, Sorry mpn, just re-read your post, if you are thinking of doing it yourself, and just want the materials, I have used Brampton Framing on a number of occasions, been great for any items if you go the DIY route -
www.bramptonframing.com/
They can cut glass/Perspex to size, I've always used their Museum Glass, and its top quality.
Would certainly recommend.
Sorry mpn, just re-read your post, if you are thinking of doing it yourself, and just want the materials, I have used Brampton Framing on a number of occasions, been great for any items if you go the DIY route - www.bramptonframing.com/They can cut glass/Perspex to size, I've always used their Museum Glass, and its top quality. Would certainly recommend. |
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by mpm on Jun 4, 2021 20:42:40 GMT 1, Thanks for the tips, will have a look
Thanks for the tips, will have a look
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by dimonimoni on Dec 1, 2021 19:21:43 GMT 1, The most important thing from a museum glass is not that much that is antireflection, but that blocks UV light.
UV light is, together with humidity and heat is what ruins more framed artworks. Museum glass should be a standard in every decent gallery, but it's expensive and galleries in general don't care too much about what happens with the works after they sell. Unfortunately it's totally on us to take care of the works we buy.
The most important thing from a museum glass is not that much that is antireflection, but that blocks UV light.
UV light is, together with humidity and heat is what ruins more framed artworks. Museum glass should be a standard in every decent gallery, but it's expensive and galleries in general don't care too much about what happens with the works after they sell. Unfortunately it's totally on us to take care of the works we buy.
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UV Protection Glass • Museum Glass, by dimonimoni on Dec 1, 2021 19:26:37 GMT 1, It's more than proved that UV light ends up eating the color and damages the paper.
I agree with you with the fact that not every work deserves a museum glass, but trust me, museum glass is worth every penny for works that you want them to last for many, many years.
Probably your works are not exposed to direct sun light, but lightbulbs also damage ink and paint, be aware of that.
It's more than proved that UV light ends up eating the color and damages the paper.
I agree with you with the fact that not every work deserves a museum glass, but trust me, museum glass is worth every penny for works that you want them to last for many, many years.
Probably your works are not exposed to direct sun light, but lightbulbs also damage ink and paint, be aware of that.
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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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