Posts: 68
From: Alexandria, VA
Registered: Jan 2012

posted 05-30-2017 07:33 PM               

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I need some advice for preserving prints that I will be removing from frames. I am in the process of moving and realize that not only is moving framed pieces difficult, I most likely won't have the storage space for many of them in our new place.

My goal is to store them together if possible in either tubes or their original envelopes. Conserving space is key. My biggest fears are mold and smudging or fading of signatures. If anyone has any guidance or advice on the best way to go about this, please let me know. Thank you in advance!

Posts: 1933
From: Fairfax, VA, USA
Registered: Feb 2007

posted 05-30-2017 08:02 PM               

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I recommend against rolling them up into tubes. Yes, they would offer solid and safe storage, but large items once rolled are hard to ever get truly flat again. Also, it would be a pain to look at them when you want to.

I own acid-free archival portfolios designed to store large prints. There are several companies that sell such items, like this one. You could get one for even very large prints.