A Message from Mill Pond Press
TLC
for Your Art Treasures
Unlike most other acquisitions, when we choose a piece of art it is often
because
we feel emotionally connected to it in some way. So what’s the best
way to care
for something you really care for?
Mill Pond Press provides a care guide with each print. Special consideration
should be given as to where your art is hung or how it is stored. For example,
extreme fluctuations in temperature and humidity, as well as exposure to
ultraviolet
rays, should be avoided.
The following are some general recommendations for frequently asked questions
on the subject. (For specific concerns, see your authorized Mill Pond Press
gallery, the most knowledgeable source for all of your art and framing
needs.)
About Giclées
A giclée is an elegant, state-of-the-art reproduction that gives
a vibrant color rendition
of an original painting. The combination of specific inks and substrates
are
carefully selected to assure maximum print longevity. With its water-based
inks,
a giclée is delicate and susceptible to damage from touching,
scratching, smearing
or from liquids. Therefore, it should be handled with the same care that
you
would give an original watercolor painting. Paper giclées should
be framed
behind glass with acid-free materials. When transporting or storing,
keep flat and
protected to avoid damage.
About
Canvases
Reproductions on canvas require special attention and should only
be framed by
a professional experienced in stretching and framing canvases. Because
canvas
weave is hydrophilic (readily accepts and gives off moisture to the
surrounding atmosphere), rooms should be climate-controlled to avoid
excessive stretching or
shrinkage. A consistent environment with temperatures within the 60 – 85° F.
range is recommended.
In General
To clean unframed paper or canvas prints, gently dust using a clean,
soft dry
cloth. Don’t use any type of sprays or cleaners directly on paper
or canvas.
To clean glass on framed prints, spray a cloth and gently wipe. Don’t
spray
directly on the glass as the liquid could run under the moulding and
damage
the art.
All Mill Pond paper prints come in an acid-free pH neutral sleeve.
If storing
unframed prints, use only acid-free packing materials to prevent discoloration
and store in a climate-controlled environment.
All Mill Pond Press limited editions are made with special inks, formulated
to be
light resistant and tested for durability, whether printed on museum-quality
paper or artist’s canvas. All Mill Pond Press giclées now
come with a 50-year limited
warranty. With the proper framing and care, your art will give you
many
years of enjoyment.
Linda K. Schaner, President
The Mill Pond Press Companies
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