As for art and Clean Care - Expert Tips for cleaning works Christie & # 39; s

Find and bring home that perfect print or painting is often the most exciting part of the collection. The challenge: Each piece in good condition like new, also hold decades later. In fact, take care starts at your work before even going to the wall. Here are two connoisseurs of the art world to share their tips.

Right Frame.
"If you spend money on a piece of art, money in the frame," said Lindsay Griffith, a specialist in several etchings and Christie. Although the style of the property is an aesthetic preference, should be well done always, are properly connected with the corners (which means no gaps). Never cut his art to fit the frame. If you are unsure how to proceed, AI Friedman in New York is a great resource to get felted something good and is mounted, said Griffith.

Location, location, location.
Although it is possible to love your porch, it's not a good place for photos or illustrations on paper. The two main culprits for the presentation are discolored or deformed to extreme temperatures and direct sunlight, says 20x200 chief curator and founder Jen Beckman. Steam baths or over a radiator Other points to stay away. The game? Ask them to stop a friend, and you open a window or adjust the thermostat if needed. For longer trips, arrange for professional storage of bullion coins.

Consider Plexiglas.
While you immediately think of investments in non-reflective glass museum, and Griffith both prefer Beckman UV Plexiglas, which not only protects your artwork from sunlight, but heavy is much easier and less prone to breakage. Which type you choose, be very careful when cleaning the surface, said Beckman. Use a product that is damaging not scratch the surface or how Novus Plastic Polish, once a month, applying a soft microfibre cloth (paper towel may scratch). Avoid cleaner directly on the glass syringes may leak and seep into art. Once a week, sprinkle lightly chassis to get the dirty on the top edge, and catch-up if needed.

Drive carefully.
Moving from room to room, so that new house, which is just another piece or a whole new residence requires a touch of sweetness. Always wear flat prints and try not to disturb them. "If something bad happens, your art, do not ignore it," Griffith said. Contact us You sell an auction house, buy local frame or a gallery, a defender of the environment that can help you find.

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