Vintage posters are very expensive. Its price and rarity are some of the reasons that collectors take extra care and spend a lot of money to care for their collection. Here are some things you have to know when caring for your vintage posters.
Storing
Vintage posters are highly vulnerable to environmental factors. This is because paper normally becomes weak and brittle as it aged. Use acid-free sleeves to store your posters and lay them on a flat surface. If you are going to stack your posters, make sure to use a shrink- wrap and seal the opening properly. If you don't seal your posters correctly, moisture can get in and ruin your posters. You can also roll your posters and use an acid-free tube for storage.
Storing your posters in a cool and dry place would also prevent it from being damaged but keep in mind that acid burn occurs naturally and if you don't do anything to slow down or prevent this process, your posters will still be ruined even if you store them properly.
Framing
If you want to display your posters, investing on good and dependable frames is a must. Light can damage your posters. Displaying them would put them at more risk to being damaged. To lessen the damage caused by light, use a glass or Plexiglas that is resistant to ultra-violet rays.
Matting and backing are also important things to consider when thinking of framing your posters. There are different types of backing that you can choose from, whatever kind you choose to use, keep in mind that the matting should be acid-free. Here are some types of backing that you can use
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