Frame Like A Professional With Acrylic-
Distortion Free, Shatter-proof & Half The Weight Of Glass
Once you’ve selected the perfect frame and mats to complement your artwork, all that’s left is the glazing. But don’t neglect this important choice. It is the guard against dust, dirt, ultraviolet rays and moisture. Glazing is also the window through which you view the colors and shapes which make your art special. These jobs make glazing just as vital to framing as the mat and molding.
Using acrylic as glazing is the recommended choice of framing professionals. Also known as plexi-glass or plexi, acrylic is shatter-proof and half the weight of glass, which makes transporting artwork safer and easier. This can make all the difference when precious works must travel and for artists who routinely carry several pieces from show to show.
Most importantly, acrylic is acid free and it won’t distort images like glass glazing can. This means your art is protected but not altered. And because acrylic can be purchased in non-glare and UV blocking types, it is perfect for even the most detailed and delicate of art. Because of its many advantages, many gallery and art show directors require acrylic for the work they show.
Acrylic is offered in Standard, UV Protective, Non-glare and UV Non-glare. Standard acrylic is an excellent and economical choice for everyday framing such as posters and prints.
Non-Glare acrylic , with a non-reflective matte surface, is often used for black and white photographs and artwork with several dark-valued or black areas.
UV Protective acrylic is for conservation framing of valuable artwork and heirlooms. It filters out 98% of the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays.
UV Non-glare acrylic, also for conservation framing, combines the attributes of UV and Non-glare.
To keep acrylic clean and clear, always use a soft cloth and plexi-glass cleaner. Glass cleaners and paper towels will dull and scratch the surface over time.
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