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UV Protection Glass โข 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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UV Protection Glass โข 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 โ 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 - Banksyโข Thrower print, Gross Domestic Productโข 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 โ 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 - Banksyโข Thrower print, Gross Domestic Productโข thread. |
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UV Protection Glass โข 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 โ 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 - Banksyโข Thrower print, Gross Domestic Productโข 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 โ 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 - Banksyโข Thrower print, Gross Domestic Productโข thread. |
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UV Protection Glass โข 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 โข 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 โข 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 โ 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 - Banksyโข Thrower print, Gross Domestic Productโข 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 โ 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 - Banksyโข Thrower print, Gross Domestic Productโข 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 โข 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 โข Museum Glass, by Art Attackkk on Jul 25, 2022 13:13:27 GMT 1, Hi. I hope someone can help. Iโve 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 Iโm not sure how successful and easy to apply to the existing plexiglass glass they are. Donโt 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! ๐
Hi. I hope someone can help. Iโve 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 Iโm not sure how successful and easy to apply to the existing plexiglass glass they are. Donโt 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! ๐
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UV Protection Glass โข 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 โข Museum Glass, by Art Attackkk on Jul 25, 2022 18:35:06 GMT 1, Thanks for the reply. Yeah I think Iโll 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 Iโll 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 โข 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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UV Protection Glass โข 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.
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 โข 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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UV Protection Glass โข 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.
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 โข 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.
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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UV Protection Glass โข 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 โข 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 โข 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.
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 โข 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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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by pranart on Jan 14, 2023 20:22:00 GMT 1, Iโve spoken to two local framers today and both are saying that museum glass is a scam and print will still fade.
Any advice.
Iโve spoken to two local framers today and both are saying that museum glass is a scam and print will still fade.
Any advice.
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orchid
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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by orchid on Jan 14, 2023 20:51:45 GMT 1, Iโve spoken to two local framers today and both are saying that museum glass is a scam and print will still fade. Any advice.
All works on paper are affected by light, humidity, temperature fluctuations, dust, bugs etc. Nothing is 100% protected unless it's a dark, climate controlled vault somewhere.
Museum glass blocks Upto 99% of UV light and is anti-reflective.
If you want something to not fade (or deteriorate in other ways), don't buy art or store it in said vault.
Iโve spoken to two local framers today and both are saying that museum glass is a scam and print will still fade. Any advice. Advice: get a better framer, not some local one. All works on paper are affected by light, humidity, temperature fluctuations, dust, bugs etc. Nothing is 100% protected unless it's a dark, climate controlled vault somewhere. Museum glass blocks Upto 99% of UV light and is anti-reflective. If you want something to not fade (or deteriorate in other ways), don't buy art or store it in said vault. |
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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by Fuzzyduck121 on Jan 14, 2023 21:07:13 GMT 1, As above
If a framer doesnโt understand what museum glass is then get another framer quickly
Absolute joke
As above
If a framer doesnโt understand what museum glass is then get another framer quickly
Absolute joke
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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by John The Badgers on Jan 14, 2023 21:16:02 GMT 1, Museum glass definitely worth it Pranart, as above, speak to a decent framer, they can then advise.
Museum glass definitely worth it Pranart, as above, speak to a decent framer, they can then advise.
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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by LJCal on Jan 14, 2023 21:26:40 GMT 1, There are different grades of glass some more effective than others. 99% UV filtering should preserve most works from light damage, but it's down to the level of exposure and the materials the art is made from. Hanging art in a naturally lit room without museum glass is not a good idea as regular glass offers little protection.
There are different grades of glass some more effective than others. 99% UV filtering should preserve most works from light damage, but it's down to the level of exposure and the materials the art is made from. Hanging art in a naturally lit room without museum glass is not a good idea as regular glass offers little protection.
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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by pranart on Jan 14, 2023 22:26:38 GMT 1, Right, next question: in north London whoโs the framer I talk to?
Right, next question: in north London whoโs the framer I talk to?
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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by Acme Thunderer on Jan 14, 2023 22:30:21 GMT 1, Sometimes, instead of museum glass I use 99% artglass (but never 70% artglass) so this is worth checking out. Itโs a bit cheaper than museum glass and has the same UV protection. Nothing will ever be 100% though, unless you display in a pitch black room.
Probably far more important than the glass is having someone who knows how to frame to conservation standards as itโs not only the materials.
In the early days of collecting, I made a couple of mistakes trusting a โlocal framerโ (probably like many others on here) which is why it is worth getting some you trust 100% (not 99%). ๐
Sometimes, instead of museum glass I use 99% artglass (but never 70% artglass) so this is worth checking out. Itโs a bit cheaper than museum glass and has the same UV protection. Nothing will ever be 100% though, unless you display in a pitch black room.
Probably far more important than the glass is having someone who knows how to frame to conservation standards as itโs not only the materials.
In the early days of collecting, I made a couple of mistakes trusting a โlocal framerโ (probably like many others on here) which is why it is worth getting some you trust 100% (not 99%). ๐
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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by Acme Thunderer on Jan 14, 2023 22:33:40 GMT 1, Right, next question: in north London whoโs the framer I talk to?
Right, next question: in north London whoโs the framer I talk to? Just today I got Mister Frameman to do a job for me. He will collect/deliver or you can drop off to Norwich. Hundreds of people on here will recommend him so you canโt go wrong. |
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UV Protection Glass โข Museum Glass, by Dungle on Jan 14, 2023 23:25:18 GMT 1, Right, next question: in north London whoโs the framer I talk to?
the best in the business bar none
Right, next question: in north London whoโs the framer I talk to? The only framer to go to is Darbyshires on White Lion Street in Islington. the best in the business bar none |
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a much more sensible price point than the Novus which seems horribly overpriced for such a small amount 
