Aftercare for your Gina Soden Artwork

To ensure the longevity of your Gina Soden artwork and maintain its pristine condition, please follow these aftercare guidelines:

Unpacking Your Print

I know you’re excited to unwrap your print, but if you’re planning to have it framed at a framers, it’s best to leave the unpacking to the framer for safe handling.

If you are framing this yourself:

Clean Hands: Before handling your print, wash your hands thoroughly to remove oils and dirt.
Careful Removal: Gently remove the print from its packaging, handling it by the edges to avoid touching the image area. If the print was shipped in a tube, carefully pull on the tissue paper to extract the print.
Your Certificate of Authenticity is included in the tube along with your print. If it doesn’t slide out easily, gently shake the tube to help release it.

Gently remove the print from its packaging

Handling it by the edges to avoid touching the image area

Position clean, heavy objects on the back of the print and leave it overnight

Flattening a Rolled Print

Unrolling: Slowly unroll your print, preferably with the assistance of another person to ensure careful handling.
Flattening: Place the unrolled print face down on a clean surface lined with tissue or a clean sheet of paper. Position clean, heavy objects (like books) on the back of the print and leave it overnight. Check the print in the morning; if it’s not yet flat, leave it under the weights for a bit longer.

Framing Recommendations

Professional Framing: It’s advisable to have your print framed by a professional framer using archival materials to protect it from environmental factors. We recommend using The Art Company in Wokingham https://www.theartco.net/
Materials: Ensure the use of acid-free backing boards and mounts. Opt for UV-protective glass or acrylic to shield the artwork from harmful light exposure.

Display Considerations

Lighting: Avoid placing the print in direct sunlight or under intense artificial lighting, as prolonged exposure can cause fading.
Temperature and Humidity: Display the artwork in environments with stable temperatures (16-22°C or 60-72°F) and relative humidity levels between 35-55% to prevent paper deterioration, mould growth, or brittleness.
Placement: Ideally keep the print away from areas prone to moisture, such as bathrooms or kitchens, and avoid proximity to heat sources like radiators or fireplaces.
If these factors aren’t taken into account, the print may develop ripples over time.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Dusting: Regularly dust the frame using a soft, dry cloth. For frames without glass, use a soft brush to gently remove dust from the print surface.
Avoid Chemicals: Do not use water, cleaning solutions, or chemicals on the print or frame, as they can cause irreversible damage.

Regularly dust the frame using a soft, dry cloth

If storing the print, keep it flat between sheets of acid-free tissue paper

Refrain from rolling the print for storage, as this can cause creases or damage over time.

Storage Recommendations

Flat Storage: If storing the print, keep it flat between sheets of acid-free tissue paper, away from direct light, moisture, and pests.
Avoid Rolling: Refrain from rolling the print for storage, as this can cause creases or damage over time.
By adhering to these guidelines, you can ensure that your Gina Soden artwork remains in excellent condition for years to come. Enjoy the beauty and depth it brings to your space.

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