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Using a hanging kit, however, gives you more flexibility and a lower chance of uneven hanging than brackets because it is wire-based and can easily be adjusted.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>All of Frame Destination’s complete \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/picture-frames/metal.html\">metal picture frame\u003C/a> packages include a complementary hanging kit. You can also buy individual hanging kits from us compatible with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/c/metal-side-loading-frame-hanging-kit.html\">metal side-loading picture frames\u003C/a> and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/c/metal-back-loading-frame-hanging-kit.html\">metal back-loading picture frames\u003C/a>. When you order a complete frame package from us we will automatically include the correct hanging kit for your frame.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Our side-loading metal picture frame hanging kits include:\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Plastic-coated wire\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Two (2) Omni hangers with screws\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Two (2) self-adhesive wall bumpers\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"alignleft\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/pre-image-1/pre-image-1.png\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_237,h_180,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454189/blog/pre-image-1/pre-image-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"Metal Picture Frame Hanging Kit from Frame Destination\" class=\"wp-post-1956 wp-image-5335\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454189\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\u003C/div>\n\n\n\u003Cp>You’ll need a flat-head screwdriver to properly attach the Omni hangers to the frame.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This is step-by-step guide to attaching your hanging kit to your side-loading metal frame. (Please note the hanging kit and instructions for wood frames are different.)\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n\n\u003C/div>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Step-by-Step Instruction\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-1-with-text-1/step-1-with-text-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5339\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454187/blog/step-1-with-text-1/step-1-with-text-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"Step 1\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454187\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>\u003Cstrong>Position the Omni hangers approx. 1/3 of the way down from the frame’s top. Ex: If the frame is 10” high, place the hangers 3” below the top of the frame.\u003Cbr>\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-2-1/step-2-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5340\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454185/blog/step-2-1/step-2-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"Step 2\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454185\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>Using a flat-head screwdriver, screw the hangers into the frame’s channel. They should fit snugly.\u003Cbr>\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-3-1/step-3-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5341\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454182/blog/step-3-1/step-3-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454182\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>The holes of the hangers should face inward and be even with the top of the frame to properly attach the wire.\u003Cbr>\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-4-1/step-4-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5345\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454180/blog/step-4-1/step-4-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454180\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cbr>Thread the wire through the top of the hole in the Omni hanger.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-5-1/step-5-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5346\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454177/blog/step-5-1/step-5-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454177\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>Wrap the wire in the pattern outlined in steps 5-10 to ensure it’s securely attached.\u003Cbr>\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-6-1/step-6-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5347\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454175/blog/step-6-1/step-6-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454175\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>Pull the end of the wire up to one side of the original wire line.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-7-1/step-7-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5348\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454172/blog/step-7-1/step-7-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454172\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cbr>Cross the end of the wire across the original wire line.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-8-1/step-8-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5349\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454169/blog/step-8-1/step-8-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454169\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>Tuck the end of the wire behind the original wire.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-9-1/step-9-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5350\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454167/blog/step-9-1/step-9-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454167\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>Wrap the end tightly around the original wire line, staying close to the hanger.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-10-1/step-10-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5351\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454164/blog/step-10-1/step-10-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454164\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cbr>Continue wrapping the end of the wire around the original wire line to form a secure hold.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-11-1/step-11-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5352\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454162/blog/step-11-1/step-11-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454162\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>Snip off any excess wire.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/step-12-1/step-12-1.png\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-post-1956 wp-image-5353\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_180,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454160/blog/step-12-1/step-12-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454160\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003Cbr>Repeat the procedure on the other side.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Before repeating the procedure with the second hanger, be sure you leave enough slack in the wire so that the frame hangs at your desired level. Less slack means the frame will not “sink” as much after hanging, while more slack means the frame will sit lower and possibly lean forward.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Finally, place on the wall bumpers to the back of the frame, one in each bottom corner. This will protect your wall from being scratched by the frame. Want more framing tips? See our guide to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/diy/hanging-picture-frames-without-nails\">hanging art without nails\u003C/a>. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"alignleft\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/Final_Image-1/Final_Image-1.png\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_213,h_284,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454158/blog/Final_Image-1/Final_Image-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-post-1956 wp-image-5354\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454158\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\u003C/div>\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"alignleft\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/Window-Diagram-1/Window-Diagram-1.png\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_260,h_295,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661454155/blog/Window-Diagram-1/Window-Diagram-1.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-post-1956 wp-image-5355\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661454155\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\u003C/div>\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan>\u003Cstrong>Last Updated November 2, 2021\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>If you want to hang your framed art or photo on a wall, you’ll need either a picture hanging kit or brackets. Using a hanging kit, however, gives you more flexibility and a lower chance of uneven hanging than brackets because it is wire-based and can easily be adjusted. All of Frame Destination’s complete metal […]\u003C/p>\n","2016-03-10T14:13:09","2023-06-29T18:16:50",[149],{"name":150,"slug":151},"DIY","diy",{"url":153,"label":154},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/frame-position-handing-FI.jpg","Instructions on how to position and attach a hanging kit to a metal picture frame",{"id":156,"title":157,"uri":158,"content":159,"excerpt":160,"date":161,"modified":162,"categories":163,"image":167},"cG9zdDoxODg5","How to Remove and Replace the Spring Clips in your Metal Picture Frame Package","/accessories/how-to-remove-and-replace-the-spring-clips-in-your-metal-picture-frame-package","\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Spring tension clips,\u003C/strong> or simply “spring clips”, are used to keep the picture frame’s components, mount board, artwork, mat board, and glazing, secured tightly within the frame.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"alignright size-large\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://www3.framedestination.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/2-26_Img_1.png\" alt=\"\">\u003C/figure>\u003C/div>\n\n\n\u003Cp>When you purchase a metal picture frame from Frame Destination that includes components such as mat board, mount board, glass or acrylic, the frame will arrive with the spring clips already installed. You must \u003Cstrong>remove\u003C/strong> the clips before installing your artwork and then \u003Cstrong>replace\u003C/strong> them afterward.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Chr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">REMOVE\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"alignright size-large\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://www3.framedestination.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/2-26_Img_2.png\" alt=\"2-26_Img_2\">\u003C/figure>\u003C/div>\n\n\n\u003Cp>Get an inexpensive pair of needle nose pliers. \u003Cstrong>Flip the frame over\u003C/strong>. The spring clips are \u003Cstrong>inside the space between the frame and the components\u003C/strong>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong> Grasp a spring clip with\u003Cbr>the pliers.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Gently pull it free;\u003Cbr>be careful not to scratch\u003Cbr>the component underneath.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Continue until all spring\u003Cbr>clips have been removed.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Chr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">REPLACE\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Place a spring clip on its\u003Cbr>side with the top edge\u003Cbr>against the frame.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cbr>Open the clip by pressing\u003Cbr>the ends back toward the\u003Cbr>frame.\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Slide the clip underneath the\u003Cbr>frame and rotate it so the top\u003Cbr>edge presses against the\u003Cbr>frame.\u003C/strong>\u003C/p> \u003C/td>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cbr>Secure clip firmly beneath\u003Cbr>the frame\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>*The number of spring clips included in the frame package varies by frame size and components; however, we typically install extra. Please contact us if you require more than what was included.*\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>Spring tension clips, or simply “spring clips”, are used to keep the picture frame’s components, mount board, artwork, mat board, and glazing, secured tightly within the frame. When you purchase a metal picture frame from Frame Destination that includes components such as mat board, mount board, glass or acrylic, the frame will arrive with the […]\u003C/p>\n","2016-02-26T14:21:45","2023-10-04T15:47:53",[164],{"name":165,"slug":166},"Accessories","accessories",{"url":168,"label":169},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/160301_Frame_SpringClips.jpg","Information on how to remove and replace spring clips",{"id":171,"title":172,"uri":173,"content":174,"excerpt":175,"date":176,"modified":177,"categories":178,"image":180},"cG9zdDoxODcz","How to Clean an Ornate Frame","/diy/how-to-clean-an-ornate-frame","\n\u003Cp>Owning a piece of art in an ornate frame is both a blessing and a curse. At some point, you’ll have to deal with cleaning that frame with all its embellishments. The frame is beautiful, but, more often than not, it has an intricate design and a delicate finish that requires extra care when cleaning.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The method you use to clean an ornate frame will depend on the style, which can vary according to the country of origin and the material. The ornate art frames we see today are influenced by artists from centuries ago and can be classified by nationality, overall form, decoration and finish. In this post, we’ll cover how to clean ornate metal and wood picture and photo frames. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If at any point during your cleaning process you have doubts, stop and seek advice from a professional conservator or a custom picture framer.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You’ll Need When Cleaning Old Antique Frames\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Towels\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Soft clean cloths\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/s/microfiber-smooth-towel.html\">Microfiber cloths\u003C/a> (for metal frames)\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Toothbrush\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Cotton buds\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Glass cleaner\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Bowl of water\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Orange oil\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Anti-tarnish product\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Silver cleaner\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Set Up to Clean an Ornate Frame\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Give yourself time to set up a working area by following these steps:\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Col class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Choose a well-lit area.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>On a table or other large, flat surface, lay down towels to cover at least 3 times the size of the picture frame. Keep another two towels handy for use later.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Carefully place the frame face down on the covered surface.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Slowly remove the photo or artwork and place it in a safe, clean, stable place for the duration of the frame cleaning process.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Cover it with a towel for extra protection. Handle the photo or art by the edges or wear \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/s/lineco-cotton-darkroom-gloves.html\">protective cotton gloves\u003C/a> to ensure no oils are transferred to the face of the art.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Remove the glass and place it on a towel. Using a soft cloth rag, gently clean the glass with glass cleaner (be careful to not get any glass cleaner on the frame body). Place the cleaned glass on the towel out of the way.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>You’re now ready to clean the frame itself.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Clean An Ornate Wooden Frame\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Col class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Remove the frame from the towel.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Wipe dust and dirt off with a clean, soft cloth.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Using a dry toothbrush, gently scrub the frame to get into the crevices.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Wipe the frame with a fresh clean cloth again to get rid of any debris loosened by the scrubbing.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>If there are still crevices that the toothbrush didn’t reach, use cotton buds. These may be especially useful for intricate frames with filigrees.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Conduct a patch test with orange oil on an inconspicuous spot. Apply the oil to a soft, dry cloth and test its effect on the frame. Orange oil is safe for most types of wood picture frames.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Apply orange oil to the cloth sparingly and work in small sections to scrub the frame’s surface. Work around the entire frame.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Clean An Ornate Metal Frame\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Col class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Metal picture frames are more easily scratched than you may think, so be sure to apply gentle pressure.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Using a slightly damp, clean microfiber cloth, remove any unwanted tarnish or corrosion. You can use either water or an anti-tarnish product for this. If using an anti-tarnish product, be sure to test a small, inconspicuous patch before touching the front of the frame.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>For particularly intricate frames you may need to use cotton buds to remove tarnish or discoloration in crevices. However, if you like the aged look of darker embellishments this area can simply be wiped over with a cloth for a gentle surface clean.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>For solid pewter, silver plated or sterling silver picture frames, use silver cleaner and follow the directions on the packaging.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>For solid pewter, silver plated or sterling silver picture frames, use silver cleaner and follow the directions on the packaging.\u003Cbr>Know the difference between polishing and cleaning. Polishes use abrasives that cause part of the original surface to be removed. Cleaning removes dirt and dust.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cleaners You Should Not Use on a Frame\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Home remedies and homemade cleaning solutions are usually too harsh for cleaning frames; they can ruin the finish on frames. Home remedies are usually meant to be a quick fix; conservation, on the other hand, requires a slow approach with regular checks on progress to ensure the process is going smoothly and not causing damage. Be sure to avoid the following when cleaning your picture or art frame:\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Ammonia\u003C/strong> – Ammonium hydroxide is harsh and can cause damage to the body of the frame; it may leave a pink hue on the surface of a metal frame.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Commercial polishes\u003C/strong> – Some products have chemicals that can strip metal or wood. Be sure to check the content on the packaging, because some manufacturers use ammonia in their products.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Too much water\u003C/strong> – Water can become trapped and cause corrosion or deterioration in the long term, especially in wooden frames. When using water, use it sparingly and only enough to make your cloth damp (not wet).\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For a safe bet, select a cleaning product that is labeled as “conservation” or “archival.” These classifications are intended to protect art and frames over time and shouldn’t contain harmful elements.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When you’re finished \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/info/artglass-cleaning.html\">cleaning the glass\u003C/a> or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/accessories/acrylic-and-plexiglas-cleaning-for-picture-frames\">the acrylic\u003C/a> and frame, wait until they’re completely dry before placing the art back in the frame because moisture can damage the picture or artwork. Air drying is best to ensure new dust doesn’t get added to the frame. Regular maintenance of your frames will keep them in good condition for years to come.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For standard wood or metal frames, follow these steps for \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/clean-picture-frames\">cleaning\u003C/a>. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Last Updated May 2, 2023\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>Owning a piece of art in an ornate frame is both a blessing and a curse. At some point, you’ll have to deal with cleaning that frame with all its embellishments. The frame is beautiful, but, more often than not, it has an intricate design and a delicate finish that requires extra care when cleaning. […]\u003C/p>\n","2016-02-17T12:34:19","2023-05-02T13:10:30",[179],{"name":150,"slug":151},{"url":181,"label":182},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/160127_FrameBlog_Ornate.jpg","Ornate Frame picture",{"id":184,"title":185,"uri":186,"content":187,"excerpt":188,"date":189,"modified":190,"categories":191,"image":195},"cG9zdDoxODYx","Choosing the Right Picture Framing Glass for Clarity and Protection","/glazing/choosing-the-right-framing-glass-for-clarity-and-protection","\n\u003Cp>When you’re framing a piece of art or a photo and it comes time to choose which type of glass you’d like, how do you decide? Glazing, or frame glass, is an often overlooked step in the framing process because most people focus on the mat and frame. \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/glazing/glass-vs-acrylic-for-photography-framing\">Choosing the right glazing\u003C/a> can make a dramatic impact on how your art is displayed and preserved.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Glass, as opposed to plastic or acrylic, has the benefit of being scratch-resistant although it’s heavier and more fragile. There are different finishes on framing glass that result in different clarity and visibility levels. The purpose of glazing is to protect the art from humidity, heat, and damage. Glazing materials also prevent abrasion from dust and protect art from both artificial and UV light.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The least visible glazing best displays the artwork, with the goal to achieve “invisibility” with the glass. Glazing with additional protective coatings help preserve the art but result in a less clear view. In this post, we’ll cover some of the options available for \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/framing-supplies/glass-and-acrylic.html\">framing glass\u003C/a> and their pros and cons.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Glass for Picture Framing\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plain glass\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Plain glass, which is the least expensive option for framing, is usually between 2mm and 3mm in thickness. It’s sometimes called standard, float glass, or basic glass and you can find it in ready-made frames. This is the lowest grade offered and suitable for many types of framing work. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Pros:\u003C/strong> Inexpensive, protects against dust, can see the art clearly\u003Cbr>\u003Cstrong>Cons:\u003C/strong> Slight green tint, reflects overhead lights and sunlight, which can obscure your view of the picture\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Non-Glare Glass\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/sh/anti-reflective-water-white-artglass-ar70.html\">Non-glare picture frame glass\u003C/a> has an etched surface that helps to disperse the light and reduce reflections. The etched sureface has the drawback of slightly reducing the sharpness. For instance, it imight be more difficult to make out individual hairs on a portrait of a person for example. For this type of glass to work properly it has to be close to the artwork so it can’t be used in picture frames with large spacers or in a shadow box frame.\u003Cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Pros:\u003C/strong> Least expensive reflection control glass\u003Cbr>\u003Cstrong>Cons: \u003C/strong>Slight loss of sharpness, cant be used in a shadow box frame\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anti-Reflective Glass\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This type of glass has a special type of coating to greatly reduce reflections very similar to that used on glasses and sun-glasses you wear.\u003Cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Pros:\u003C/strong> Virtually eliminates reflections\u003Cbr>\u003Cstrong>Cons: \u003C/strong>Most expensive type of refection control glass\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Water White Glass\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Standard glass is composed of iron which gives the glass a slight green tint. Normally it is not real noticable, however if you take a piece of framing glass and lay it over half of a blank sheet of white printer paper you will notice the section under the glass has a slight green tint and is not as bright as the paper not covered by the glass.\u003Cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Pros:\u003C/strong> Increased visibility of the artwork, virtually no color distortion of the artwork\u003Cbr>\u003Cstrong>Cons: \u003C/strong>Increased cost\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ultraviolet (UV)-protected glass\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>UV can damage your art as it’s transmitted through the glass, to guard against this some glass coating reflects or absorbs the UV spectrum. Some use organic UV absorbers, which are added to a silica-based coating to create an absorbing layer on one side of the glass.This coating can will block anywhere from 92% to 99% of the UV radiation. The drawback to these filters is they create a slight warming effect on the color of artwork. This will be especially true with coatings that block 98% or more UV radiation. .\u003Cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Pros:\u003C/strong> Protects against fading\u003Cbr>\u003Cstrong>Cons:\u003C/strong> Increased cost, slight warming effect of the artwork’s color\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Glass for Protecting Your Work\u003C/h4>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If you primary goal is protection then you want to ensure you go with a glass that includes 98% or 99% UV-filter such as Frame Destination’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/sh/uv-filter-artglass-99.html\">UV-Filter ArtGlass 99\u003C/a>.\u003Cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Glass for Image Clarity\u003C/h4>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When your primary goal is clarity you will want to go with a glass that is both water white and includes an anti-reflective coating such as as Frame Destination’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/sh/anti-reflective-water-white-artglass-ar70.html\">Anti-Reflective Water White ArtGlass AR70\u003C/a>.\u003Cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Glazing for Protection and Clarity\u003C/h4>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When you want the best of both clarity and protection, then you can look for a water white glass with both the UV filter and anti-refleciotn coating such as our \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/sh/uv-anti-reflective-water-white-artglass-ar92.html\">UV Anti-Reflective Water-White ArtGlass AR92\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Glass Selection is Important for Preservation Framing\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Preservation framing is an important process to maintain the life of your photos and artwork. Choosing the right glazing is a critical step and framing professionals can advise you on which type to choose. Ultimately, though, it is up to you to protect your art and make sure it doesn’t become discolored or faded over time. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>At Frame Destination, we have the perfect options for all of your framing needs with a range of glazing options for all projects. Educate yourself on quality framing materials, obtain advice and help from a professional framer, and keep your art away from heat and sunlight so you can maintain it for as long as possible.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For quick primers on picture frame glazing see our infographics on \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/info/glass-acrylic-graphic.html\">Glass vs. Acrylic\u003C/a> and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/info/how-light-affects-artwork.html\">How Does Light Affect Artwork\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>When you’re framing a piece of art or a photo and it comes time to choose which type of glass you’d like, how do you decide? Glazing, or frame glass, is an often overlooked step in the framing process because most people focus on the mat and frame. Choosing the right glazing can make a […]\u003C/p>\n","2016-02-04T09:46:30","2023-05-26T18:15:47",[192],{"name":193,"slug":194},"Glazing","glazing",{"url":196,"label":197},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/160204_FrameBlog_Clarity.jpg","glass protection",{"id":199,"title":200,"uri":201,"content":202,"excerpt":203,"date":204,"modified":205,"categories":206,"image":210},"cG9zdDoxNzc2","Inspirational Art Quotes","/resources/inspirational-art-quotes","\n\u003Cp>I confess…I am an absolute quote junkie. Quotes have been a source of enlightenment, comfort, and inspiration for me since I learned to read, and I have amassed a large, diverse collection of them over the years. One of the cool things about having a picture frame business is that I get to share my favorite ones related to art, creativity, and inspiration with a larger audience. Each week I choose a new quote for the sales receipts we send out to our customers and then create an image based on it for our social media. These are a few of my favorite art-related quotes with images. Feel free to share them.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>1. \"Every artist was first an amateur.\"\u003C/strong> - Ralph Waldo Emerson\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>2. \"Creativity takes courage.\" \u003C/strong>- Henri Matisse\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>3. \"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.\"\u003C/strong> - Thomas Merton\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>4. \"The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.\"\u003C/strong> - Pablo Picasso\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>5. \"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.\"\u003C/strong> - Edgar Degas\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>6. \"Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures.\"\u003C/strong> - Henry Ward Beecher\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>7. \"The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work.\"\u003C/strong> - Emile Zola\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>8. \"Art speaks where words are unable to explain.\"\u003C/strong> - Mathiole\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>9. \"Art is the only way to run away without leaving home.\"\u003C/strong> - Twyla Tharp\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>10. \"You don’t take a photograph, you make it.\u003C/strong>\" - Ansel Adams\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>11. \"Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable.\"\u003C/strong> - Banksy\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>12. \"Painting is just another way of keeping a diary.\"\u003C/strong> - Pablo Picasso\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>13. \"Art must be an integral part of the struggle. It can’t simply mirror what is taking place. It must go beyond it and be a living force of the revolution.\"\u003C/strong> - Amiri Baraka\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>14. \"Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.\"\u003C/strong> - Pablo Picasso\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>15. \"Art is the only serious thing in the world. And the artist is the only person who is never serious.\"\u003C/strong> - Oscar Wilde\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>16. \"The job of the artist is always to deepen the mystery.\"\u003C/strong> - Francis Bacon\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>17. \"Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.\"\u003C/strong> - Pablo Picasso\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>18. \"To be an artist is to believe in life.\"\u003C/strong> - Henry Moore\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>19. \"Art is not freedom from discipline, but disciplined freedom.\"\u003C/strong> - John F. Kennedy\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>20. \"The principles of true art is not to portray, but to evoke.\"\u003C/strong> - Jerzy Kosinski\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>I confess…I am an absolute quote junkie. Quotes have been a source of enlightenment, comfort, and inspiration for me since I learned to read, and I have amassed a large, diverse collection of them over the years. One of the cool things about having a picture frame business is that I get to share my […]\u003C/p>\n","2015-12-21T11:13:51","2024-07-03T02:26:05",[207],{"name":208,"slug":209},"Resources","resources",{"url":211,"label":212},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/top-inspirational-art-quotes.jpg","top inspirational art quotes",{"id":214,"title":215,"uri":216,"content":217,"excerpt":218,"date":219,"modified":220,"categories":221,"image":223},"cG9zdDoxNzUy","OBA Inkjet Paper and Framing Glass Choices","/glazing/oba-inkjet-paper-and-framing-glass-choices","\u003Cp>Improper framing can make your print look yellow and faded if you are using inkjet paper that contains Optical Brightener Agents (OBAs). The latest, brightest white inkjet papers such as Epson’s Exhibition Fiber paper use OBAs. Optical Brighteners are additives used to make paper look whiter. They may also be called artificial whiteners. These brightener agents take in ultraviolet (UV) radiation and re-emit it in the blue spectrum, which is visible to our eyes. UV radiation is one of the main contributors to prints fading and discoloring over time, so if you are framing for preservation, you want to use glass with a UV filter. Guess what happens if you block UV radiation on a paper with optical brighteners? The print will instantly look yellow and faded since the OBAs have no UV radiation to transform.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/Exibition-Fiber-Display/Exibition-Fiber-Display.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-post-1752 wp-image-1753\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_550,h_500,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661460643/blog/Exibition-Fiber-Display/Exibition-Fiber-Display.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Exibition Fiber Display\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661460643\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Most inkjet papers have optical brighteners except for those marketed with something called “natural white”. Find out more about how they are used in paper \u003Ca href=\"http://www.redrivercatalog.com/infocenter/articles/optical-brighteners-in-your-inkjet-paper.html\">here\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>OBAs are one of the main reasons for the slight warming effect that occurs when you place glass or acrylic with a 99% UV filter over a print. If you cover a piece of Epson Exhibition Fiber paper, which contains high levels of OBAs, with UV filter glass and view it in daylight the warming effect will be exaggerated with an obvious color shift.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Not only are OBAs neutralized by conservation framing with UV-filtered glazing, they are dye-based instead of pigment-based, which means they are more prone to fading over time. OBAs also impact other colors on the print, so this combined with UV glazing and the normal fading of OBAs over the long term will cause even more color shifts in the print. Aardenburg Imaging Archives has more details on OBAs and print longevity \u003Ca href=\"http://aardenburg-imaging.com/optical-brighteners-obas/\">here\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Test: What glazing discolors paper containing high levels of OBAs the least?\u003C/em>\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>For this test, I placed 8 different types of glazing (glass and acrylic) on a sheet of Epson Exhibition paper containing some of the highest levels of OBAs, and photographed them in bright midday sunlight.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Results\u003C/em>\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Glass or acrylic with a 98% or greater UV filter has the most discoloration. Glass and acrylic without a UV filter will still block 40-60% of the UV light. Reflections and iron in the glass will also discolor or reduce brightness.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Artglass WW AR offers the brightest image, but there is more going on here than just the UV filter. WW stands for water white; it has reduced iron content which decreases the normal color shift and diming that regular glass causes. It is also anti-reflective (AR), meaning more of the light is passing through the glass to the image instead of being bounced away, resulting in the paper being brighter.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The Artglass UV/WW/AR is the same glass with the addition of a UV filter; however, it only blocks 90% of the UV spectrum. This is why it is brighter than the Museum Glass.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Artglass Preservation clear also has a 90% UV filter, but it is not water white or anti-reflective making it the least brightest of the ArtGlass products.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Regular glass does not block significant amounts of UV radiation; however, its iron content causes a blue green filtering effect reducing brightness more than standard acrylic.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Standard acrylic is optically pure, but has more natural UV blocking capability than regular glass. It also has more reflections than AR glass. My guess is reflections are the primary cause of regular acrylic not being as bright as anti-reflective glass with no UV filtering.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The Tru Vue conservation clear glass is not bright at all due to a 99% UV filter and no anti-reflective coating. It is also not water white. The Tru Vue Museum glass demonstrates the strongest evidence of how UV-filters impact papers with high levels of optical brighteners because Museum glass is optically pure and anti-reflective. Still, the warm color cast over the print is obvious, just like it is with the Acrylite OP3. Although OP3 acrylic is also optically pure, it is not anti-reflective like the Museum glass.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Recommendation\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>If you are concerned about print longevity, avoid using inkjet papers with optical brighteners. If you are mostly concerned with bright whites then frame without any glazing or use a glazing that is optically pure and has no additional UV filter such as regular acrylic or water white glass.\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>Improper framing can make your print look yellow and faded if you are using inkjet paper that contains Optical Brightener Agents (OBAs). The latest, brightest white inkjet papers such as Epson’s Exhibition Fiber paper use OBAs. Optical Brighteners are additives used to make paper look whiter. They may also be called artificial whiteners. These brightener […]\u003C/p>\n","2015-11-11T15:53:35","2020-02-05T18:27:04",[222],{"name":193,"slug":194},{"url":224,"label":225},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/oba-inkjet-paper-framing-glass.jpg","oba inkjet paper framing glass",{"id":227,"title":228,"uri":229,"content":230,"excerpt":231,"date":232,"modified":233,"categories":234,"image":236},"cG9zdDoxNzIz","Mounting Translucent YUPO Art","/diy/mounting-translucent-yupo-art","\u003Cp>YUPO paper is a popular option for artists who want to paint on translucent paper. A 100% recyclable, waterproof,\n    tree-free synthetic paper made from polypropylene, YUPO was first developed in Japan during the 1970s. It is used\n    extensively in the packaging and labeling industry. However, many artists, especially watercolorists, are embracing\n    it as well. Because of artist demand for this renewable paper source, artist pads of YUPO paper are available in\n    translucent and white.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The see-through nature of translucent YUPO coupled with the delicate color saturation of watercolors makes mounting\n    finished works without a mat board difficult. A Frame Destination customer recently reached out seeking a solution\n    for this obstacle.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www3.framedestination.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/IMG_0011.jpg\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/IMG_0011/IMG_0011.jpg\" class=\"alignleft wp-post-1723 wp-image-1729\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_310,h_283,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661444210/blog/IMG_0011/IMG_0011.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"IMG_0011\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661444210\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Frame Destination set out to help the customer find a suitable mounting method. We mounted a piece of 9” x 12”\n    translucent YUPO paper, but this method will work for any size and type of paper with a little bit of\n    modification.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>The Materials\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>After examining the paper, we decided that a hinge-mounting method using self-adhesive hinging tissue by Lineco would\n    give us the best results. This pressure-sensitive, lightweight tissue is specifically designed for hanging\n    translucent art. When properly applied, it becomes almost translucent itself.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www3.framedestination.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/SelfAdhesiveLinenHingingTape.jpg\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/SelfAdhesiveLinenHingingTape/SelfAdhesiveLinenHingingTape.jpg\" class=\"alignright wp-post-1723 wp-image-1740\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_293,h_293,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1661444146/blog/SelfAdhesiveLinenHingingTape/SelfAdhesiveLinenHingingTape.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"SelfAdhesiveLinenHingingTape\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661444146\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Lineco’s hinging tissue provides a permanent bond that will remain stable over time and is strong enough to support\n    lightweight, mid-sized art. This archival-quality product has a neutral pH and is acid and lignin free, meaning the\n    tissue itself will not yellow or damage your art.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>The Mounting Process\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>We mounted the 9” x 12” YUPO paper to foam board using two T-hinges. To preserve and protect your art, be sure to\n    choose an acid-free foam board.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Here’s a step-by-step guide to the mounting process we used.\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n    \u003Cli>\n        \u003Col>\n            \u003Cli>Cut four, two-inch long strips of adhesive tissue. If your art paper is larger, you can make longer\n                hinges or add a third hinge. When the process is finished these hinges will be barely visible, so don’t\n                worry about cutting perfectly even strips.Most picture frames cover about ¼” inch of the image, so if\n                you keep the width of the tissue between 3/16” and 1/4” it should be covered by the frame.\n            \u003C/li>\n            \u003Cli>Peel the paper backing off of the tissue to expose the adhesive side. Separating the paper from the\n                tissue can be tricky, but be gentle so you don’t tear or damage your strips.\n            \u003C/li>\n            \u003Cli>Place one strip of tissue horizontally across the top of your image an inch or two from the board’s\n                corner. Remember to only put about ¼” of the strip on the front side of the mounting board so the hinge\n                is not noticeable in the finished product.\n            \u003C/li>\n        \u003C/ol>\n    \u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/IMG_0023.jpg\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/IMG_0023/IMG_0023.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-post-1723 wp-image-1735\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_293,h_293,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1661444163/blog/IMG_0023/IMG_0023.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"IMG_0023\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661444163\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n    \u003Cli>\n        \u003Col>\n            \u003Cli>Wrap the remaining tissue over the foam board’s edge and adhere it to the back side of the board.\u003C/li>\n        \u003C/ol>\n    \u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/IMG_0039.jpg\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/IMG_0039/IMG_0039.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-post-1723 wp-image-1737\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_293,h_293,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1661444155/blog/IMG_0039/IMG_0039.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"IMG_0039\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661444155\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n    \u003Cli>Repeat this process for the hinge near the other top corner of the board. If you are working with larger paper\n        and opt to add a third hinge, place it in the middle for added stability.\n    \u003C/li>\n    \u003Cli>When both hinges are in place, flip the mount board over so that the back is facing upward. Take another strip\n        of tissue and place it vertically over the top of the first strip, creating a “T.” Adding this vertical strip\n        makes the hinge more stable. Don’t forget to stabilize all your hinges.[Image – Live photo of the T hinge]\n        \u003Cp>When you’re done, you should see two T’s on the back top of the mounting board.\u003C/p>\n    \u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/IMG_0036.jpg\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/IMG_0036/IMG_0036.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-post-1723 wp-image-1736\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_266,h_151,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661444160/blog/IMG_0036/IMG_0036.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"IMG_0036\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661444160\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Your mounted YUPO paper is now ready. Flip it back over and start creating! Even without framing your completed work,\n    the hinges are barely visible.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/IMG_0012.jpg\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/IMG_0012/IMG_0012.jpg\" class=\"alignleft wp-post-1723 wp-image-1730\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_293,h_293,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1661444196/blog/IMG_0012/IMG_0012.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"IMG_0012\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661444196\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/IMG_0016.jpg\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/IMG_0016/IMG_0016.jpg\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-post-1723 wp-image-1731\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_293,h_293,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1661444185/blog/IMG_0016/IMG_0016.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"IMG_0016\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661444185\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>When you use a traditional frame, the hinges will be completely hidden.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>This process will let you create beautiful works on YUPO’s translucent paper and frame them cleanly without a mat\n    board to achieve the look you envisioned. The same process can be used with YUPO’s lightweight white paper.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>YUPO paper is a popular option for artists who want to paint on translucent paper. A 100% recyclable, waterproof, tree-free synthetic paper made from polypropylene, YUPO was first developed in Japan during the 1970s. It is used extensively in the packaging and labeling industry. However, many artists, especially watercolorists, are embracing it as well. Because […]\u003C/p>\n","2015-10-26T11:52:46","2015-11-09T17:35:04",[235],{"name":150,"slug":151},{"url":237,"label":238},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Featured-Image-YUPO.jpg","",{"id":240,"title":241,"uri":242,"content":243,"excerpt":244,"date":245,"modified":246,"categories":247,"image":249},"cG9zdDoxNzE3","What Are the Benefits of Acrylic vs Glass for Picture Framing?","/glazing/benefits-of-acrylic-for-picture-framing","\u003Cp>When you picture a traditional picture frame, you likely imagine a wood or metal frame with a solid glass cover. It’s been used by our mothers, grandmothers, and great grandmothers and it surrounds us to this day. Glass certainly has some great characteristics when it comes to displaying and protecting our favorite photos and works of art, but modern technology has produced an alternative that better fits our needs: Acrylic glass.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>What is Acrylic Glass for Picture Frames?\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Acrylic is a glass alternative that has gained popularity as a framing material. You may know it as Acrylite® or Plexiglas®, which are brands of the same thermoplastic scientifically known as \u003Ca href=\"http://www.plasticseurope.org/what-is-plastic/types-of-plastics-11148/engineering-plastics/pmma.aspx\">Polymethyl Methacrylate\u003C/a> (aka PMMA). It’s hard, flexible, lightweight, and even recyclable. Acrylic glass does a great job of providing clarity as well as protection, and that makes it especially beneficial when it comes to showcasing and preserving photographs and artwork.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Downfalls of Glass\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Acrylic glass is a popular framing option for many photographers and artists. Traditional glass, though still a popular option for framing, can be incredibly heavy, which makes larger display pieces a risk. Big or small, all glass comes with the same risks should the art fall. Glass shards can cause damage that can’t be repaired, and this is a big cause for concern when it comes to displaying and preserving original pieces. Many museums and galleries will not use traditional glass in expensive or irreplaceable artwork due to the risk of glass slicing the artwork if the frame is dropped or hit.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>While \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/framing-supplies/glass-and-acrylic.html\">picture frame glass \u003C/a>is a good option for some projects, it can affect picture quality. Though many people don’t realize it, glass isn’t truly clear—it has a green tint from iron content. This affects the clarity and color perception of art framed behind glass. Unless treated, glass used in frames also allows fading over time caused by damaging UV rays passing through the glass. UV protecting treatments on glass are available but can fade over time since they are applied to the surface of the glass. If preservation and protection is a concern, glass may not be the best option.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Benefits of Acrylic vs Glass for Picture Frames\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Acrylic glass is lightweight and shatter resistant, eliminating the potential for damage during transportation or surprise falls. It’s a great insulator too, decreasing the risk of damage from condensation beneath the frame.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Acrylic is optically superior, naturally without tinting commonly seen in glass. This optical purity makes it a great option for displaying and protecting framed photos and art. Since it is an artificially created glass alternative, special treatment options can be applied to protect against common glass issues, such as light glare and UV penetration. Acrylic glass from framing is available in \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/framing-supplies/glass-and-acrylic.html\">Standard, UV-filtered, Non-Glare, and UV-Non-Glare\u003C/a>, allowing for a full range of aesthetic and protective qualities. Unlike exterior treatments found on glass, these protective features are incorporated into the acrylic product, making it less prone to breakdown over time.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Important Considerations\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Since acrylic is more lightweight and flexible than glass, it can bow over time. It’s also much more vulnerable to scratching than glass, so it’s imperative that acrylic only be cleaned with gentle microfiber clothes. Because of the risk of scratching, this framing option is best used in minimal contact situations. Acrylic glass is also more prone to issues with static, making this the wrong option for charcoal-based art.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>While acrylic glass has greater clarity than traditional framing glass, reduced-iron glass takes optical purity to a higher, albeit more costly, level. Purity can also be affected by a slight yellow tint in UV filter protection and the loss of sharpness in Non-Glare Acrylic Glass.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>When It Works Best\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Acrylic glass is a great option for framing original art pieces because there’s no fear of tears or punctures from broken glass. Larger artwork and photos do especially well with acrylic framing because of the reduced weight risk. Keepsake photos from wedding albums, professional shoots, and special events are also well-paired with acrylic glass as you can opt for UV protection to allow for clarity while reducing the penetration of the sun’s rays.\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>When you picture a traditional picture frame, you likely imagine a wood or metal frame with a solid glass cover. It’s been used by our mothers, grandmothers, and great grandmothers and it surrounds us to this day. Glass certainly has some great characteristics when it comes to displaying and protecting our favorite photos and works […]\u003C/p>\n","2015-10-23T12:48:07","2022-04-11T17:41:24",[248],{"name":193,"slug":194},{"url":250,"label":251},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/benefits-of-acrylic-framing.jpg","benefits of acrylic framing",{"id":253,"title":254,"uri":255,"content":256,"excerpt":257,"date":258,"modified":259,"categories":260,"image":262},"cG9zdDoxNzEz","Acid: Art’s Natural Enemy","/resources/acid-arts-natural-enemy","\n\u003Cp>In even the most beautifully framed art, there may be an unseen threat ready to destroy. Naturally occurring acid in paper and framing materials can cause yellowing, deterioration and ruin not only the frame and mat, but the art as well. Although it may look polished in the beginning, artwork that yellows and turns brittle won’t be worth displaying for long.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The art to showing art goes beyond composition and spacing; the materials used to frame art are equally important to maintaining beauty over time. Selecting framing materials that are acid-free will make a great difference in the longevity of framed artwork.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Acid-free vs. Non-acid-free\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To understand acid-free and non-acid-free paper and framing materials, we need a quick review of chemistry. pH (acid) is measured on a scale of zero to 14. pH neutral is seven; anything below seven is acidic and anything above is alkaline (non-acidic). Acid-free paper has a pH rating above seven.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The main source of paper and matting-discoloring acid is lignin. Lignin is a chemical compound found in the pulp of paper that produces acid as it deteriorates. It occurs naturally in trees and other plants and holds wood fiber together, making it is an obvious component of plant-based paper.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While most paper is made from wood pulp, true acid-free paper is made from cloth or rags. This removes the threat of lignin. Completely acid-free paper is known as rag board or museum rag board. Other paper materials used in art and framing are called wood-pulp paper or pulp paperboard. Paper can be acid-free and still contain lignin, however. Most quality acid-free papers are manufactured to have a minimal amount of lignin and neutralized to prevent fading and yellowing. In this manner, wood pulp based materials can be made essentially acid-free.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In these products, acid is neutralized during the manufacturing process and lignin is eliminated in two ways:\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Col class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Removing lignin from pulp: Lignin is chemically separated from wood fibers when wood pulp is created for the production of paper.\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Buffering: Alkaline, or base substances, are added to neutralize acids in the pulp when paper is made.\u003C/li>\u003C/ol>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Damage Done by Non-Acid-Free Materials\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If you’ve ever removed the frame off of an old black and white photograph and discover discoloration under the frame, this if the result of acidic paper over time. When exposed to the elements, the acid in paper, matting and frame backings can change the chemical composition of the artwork, affecting color and image clarity.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Another form of damage is chemical burning. When wood pulp, which is essentially sulfur, combines with water in the atmosphere, you get sulfurous acid. All non-acid-free paper lets off a microscopic fuming of sulfurous acid, which causes paper to become dry, brittle and brown.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Framing Materials Matter\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Art and photographs not only need to be produced on acid-free paper, but to truly protect them over time they need to be framed with all acid-free materials. These framing elements can damage artwork if you choose the wrong products:\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Mat board\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Window mat\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Filler board\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Backing paper\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Wood frames\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Adhesive\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The commonality of these materials is that they can easily contain wood pulp that hasn’t been properly treated to remove lignin or protect alkalinity.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Investing in acid-free frames does not require using an expensive professional framer. Frame Destination sells a variety of acid-free framing supplies for DIY projects. To ensure top quality and superior preservation, consider a museum conservation quality mat board. Conservation quality matting and frame backings actively protect against air pollutants and reduce yellowing and fading. Many of these products, particularly those produced using The Bainbridge Artcare™ treatment, are completely wood pulp, acid and lignin free and undergo an additional buffering process to maintain an alkaline balance.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Testing Existing Framing Materials\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Upon inspection, it is easy to check already-framed pictures for framing material acidity. Mat boards are made up of layers of materials. When you look at the layers of the mat (typically visible in the framer cuts of the beveled mat window) you’ll see either slightly yellowish layers that indicated wood-pulp board or pure white layers of rag board. Yellowing backing paper also indicates that at least some of the material used during framing is not acid-free.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Another tell-tale sign is a brownish darkening on the inner edge of the mat window. By the time you notice the darkening on the edges of the picture image, the damage beneath is already severe.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If art was framed using non-acid-free materials, gently remove the art if possible and store it in a cool, dry, dark place until it can be reframed with acid-free framing. Removing the acidic frame, mat and backing paper will help prevent further damage.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prevention\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To prevent deterioration of your art, ensure the quality of the materials used during framing meet International Organization of Standardization (ISO) standards. The ISO 18902 is the key quality standard with respect to photos and the ability to preserve and protect photos for extended periods. Check the framing or matting package and product information for the statement “Meets Imaging materials - Processed imaging materials - Albums, framing and storage materials.\" This will tell you that the materials meet necessary ISO requirements for proper preservation.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Some materials that do not indicate meeting ISO standards may claim to be “acid-free” or “conservation board.” However, be sure to check with the manufacturer about how they define this, as it may not be up to the standard necessary to properly frame and preserve your art.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Choosing high-quality acid-free materials throughout the framing process will ensure your art is preserved and protected against deterioration. With a variety of properly treated and acid-free options to fit any project need and budget, it’s easy to make a modest investment that will keep your art in top shape for years to come.\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>In even the most beautifully framed art, there may be an unseen threat ready to destroy. Naturally occurring acid in paper and framing materials can cause yellowing, deterioration and ruin not only the frame and mat, but the art as well. Although it may look polished in the beginning, artwork that yellows and turns brittle […]\u003C/p>\n","2015-10-07T15:17:33","2022-12-07T18:13:00",[261],{"name":208,"slug":209},{"url":263,"label":264},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/acid-art-enemy.jpg","non-acid paper for art",{"id":266,"title":267,"uri":268,"content":269,"excerpt":270,"date":271,"modified":272,"categories":273,"image":275},"cG9zdDoxNzA3","How to Make Your Art a Business: Tips on Marketing and Selling Art","/resources/how-to-make-your-art-a-business","\u003Cp>Looking for tips on how to turn your art into a business? “\u003Ca href=\"http://www.amazon.com/How-Start-Making-Your-Business-ebook/dp/B00639GQHS\">How to Start Making Your Art Your Business: 100 DIY Tips\u003C/a>” could be your guide. With each of this book’s chapters listing simple ten one-paragraph tips, it’s a quick and easy read. The author is Tamara Holland, an attorney turned multimedia artist. Check out her website at \u003Ca href=\"http://www.beanupthenoseart.com/\">Bean Up the Nose Art\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The chapters discuss tips for each of the following steps of beginning an art business:\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>Deciding whether this is for you right now\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Allocating time and space\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Putting efficient systems in place\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Beginning to market your art\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Blogging your art out\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Building business and support through social media\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Selling at bazaars\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Teaching classes\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Approaching brick and mortars\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Jumpstarting stalled creativity\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Cp>Being a professional artist means you are a business owner, a role that isn't for everyone. In the first chapter, Holland outlines the 50/30/20 rule for a successful art business — devote 50% of your time to marketing, 30% to administrative tasks, and 20% to creating new art. She suggests deciding whether this rule excites you or turns your stomach before moving forward. If it turns your stomach, there are companies like Fine Art America, Zazzle, and Society6 that can help with some of the more laborious issues like printing, shipping, and customer service. You’ll make less money, but it may be worth that trade-off.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>All of her tips are useful; I particularly liked the chapters discussing how to start marketing your art, blogging, building your business and support system through social media, and teaching classes. As an introverted artist, I know that self-promotion can be a daunting task. Holland recommends creating a social media “cheering squad” with artists for promotion and support. Art classes are another good potential income stream; I’ve attended numerous lessons over the years. Online classes have gotten extremely popular, so if you ARE an introverted artist, don’t rule out teaching because you don’t like standing in front of a group.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Finally, she has a chapter devoted to tips on jumpstarting stalled creativity. Creative blocks, even if they are just teeny, tiny ones, are something nearly every artist faces at one time or another; as an artist, I’ve even developed my own \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/7-easy-ways-to-overcome-a-creative-block\">tips for overcoming creative blocks\u003C/a>. The number of hats we all have to wear is increasing in both number and complexity. Your creativity, while spontaneous in the past, may need a little gentle coaching now. Holland’s tips —go outside, take pictures, ask questions, and Log off — are useful exercises for all of us, whether we consider ourselves artists or not.\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>Looking for tips on how to turn your art into a business? “How to Start Making Your Art Your Business: 100 DIY Tips” could be your guide. With each of this book’s chapters listing simple ten one-paragraph tips, it’s a quick and easy read. The author is Tamara Holland, an attorney turned multimedia artist. Check […]\u003C/p>\n","2015-10-01T10:24:37","2020-03-20T14:58:28",[274],{"name":208,"slug":209},{"url":276,"label":277},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/How-To-Make-Your-Art-ABusiness.jpg","How To Make Your Art A Business",321]