Framing Facts
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Glass
1. Regular Clear: basic glass; no protective qualities; no glare protection.
2. Regular Non-Glare: basic glass but with anti-reflection properties.
3. Conservation Clear: looks like regular glass but blocks UV light.
4. Conservation Reflection Control:  level one, essential UV  &  Anti-glare            
     protection.
5. Museum Glass: Nearly invisible glass with UV blocking and                            
    Anti-Reflection properties.
6. Masterpiece Glass: Premium UV and Glare control with superior                      
    anti-breakage properties....used by museums.
Master Picture Framers
Conservators
Restoration Specialists
Artisans
"If it's worth
framing at all,
it's worth
framing correctly
.....the first time!"
Conservation Framing
The use of materials that have been proven to protect and maintain art in as           
 close to its original condition as possible.  This includes:
1. Glass that protects against UV damage.
2.  Artboards and other supplies which are free of all acids, lignins and other         
    impurities found in ordinary "pulp" products, providing a mounting                   
    environment that is inert and ph neutral.  
3. Careful adherence to proper handling procedures as outlined by the                    
   American Institute for the Preservation of Historic and Artistic Works
Framing Tips for Paper
Never hang art in direct Sun.
Always frame w/UV glass.
Art should not touch glass.
Always use acid-free materials.
Don't trim art (exceptions exist)
Store art in cool, dry place.
Use conserv. hinges to attach.
Restoration
Henson-McAlister uses its many years of education and experience to restore the
use and function to vintage and historic objects (furniture, frames, art on canvas
and panel, metal and sculpture.  All work is performed in accordance with the
Code of Ethics and Guidelines for the Practice of the American Institute For
Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.
Object Mounting
Creation / Fabrication of custom structures to support non-framed items like
sculpture, historic remnants, nostalgic memorabilia, sports collectibles, etc.
Lighting
Generally, there are three alternatives (pictured below): Traditional,
Contemporary, and Slim-Line.  Each is available in various sizes.  The size
required is usually determined by a formula relating to the width and height of
your artwork.  The Lights can be mounted directly on the rear of the frame for the
greatest convenience and flexibility.  Or, it can be attached to the wall.  Most
people prefer to have electrical outlets installed directly behind the artwork, so
that there are no visible electrical cords.  Also, several finishes are available in all
three styles.  
Slim-Line
Contemporary
Traditional
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