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Priceless Framing Company |
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"For all your custom framing needs" |
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About Us |
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Phone: 956-568-3853 E-mail: pricelessframingco@gmail.com |
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At Priceless Framing, we use the most up-to-date archival preservation methods and materials for the safety of your artwork. We stay current with accepted preservation practices through continuing education, and we constantly hone our skills so that we can offer you the best possible protection for your valuable art. In consultation with our clients, we use preservation methods and materials appropriate for each framing project. Inside each framing package is a unique preservation support system. We include the use of different preservation materials to suit each piece of art. Materials may include the following: Acid-free matting Preservation Framing Details
Definition Preservation Framing, in the purest sense, is the use of framing methods and materials approved by the US Library of Congress for custom picture framing. Many framers use the term Preservation Framing interchangeably with Archival or Conservation framing. The picture framing industry and the Library of Congress now use the term Preservation Framing, which more accurately describes what we do. Preservation framing serves the purpose of preserving and protecting artwork in as close to original condition as possible for a long period of time. For more detail, please refer to The U.S. Library of Congress Guide to Preservation Matting & Framing. and Fine Art Care and Treatment Standards. (F.A.C.T.S.), an organization developed by framing industry leaders to standardize picture framing preservation practices. At Priceless Framing we carry a variety of U.V. protective glass in both clear and non-glare options. For budget picture framing needs, we also feature similar products without UV protection. Although several choices in glazing protection may seem daunting, our designers will quickly guide you to the right choice based upon your needs and budget. Here is the run down on our glazing options: Museum Glass is a truly an extraordinary product. It provides the same UV blocking protection of Conservation Clear and Conservation Reflection Control in that it blocks more than 98% of the ultraviolet rays in the 300-380 nm range. In addition, Museum Glass has a very special anti-reflective surface far superior to a typical non-glare glass. A special coating is used in extremely thin layers to break up the incoming light rays so that they don't bounce back off the glass, producing a glare. Because the rays don't bounce off, the picture is actually more illuminated than with clear glass. Clear glass transmits 91% of light to the artwork, while Museum Glass transmits more than 97% of light to the artwork. This improves color intensity and clarity. Conservation Reflection Control Glass (Non-glare U.V. Glass) has the same U.V. filtering quality as clear glass, but has an etched surface to reduce glare. This surface softens the image with a resulting slight loss in clarity and color intensity. Premium Clear Glass is a quality clear picture framing glass for budget projects that do not require U.V. protection. Preservation Spotlight: Image Permanence Institute--Digital and Traditional Photography As we see different types of digital prints and photos brought in to the shop on a daily basis, it is important for us to know what type of print you bring in, especially if the image needs mounting. We have done mounting tests on various types of digital output, and we know that some are safe to mount. As this field is constantly changing, we will continue to offer expanded information on this ever-changing field. |
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