Preservation

Longevity, preservation, conservation. We frame with the future in mind. All materials are conservation grade, museum grade or acid free, so they won't damage artwork. The environment can cause damage and conservation framing protects your work from the elements.

We always frame with conservation in mind. All of our materials and techniques aim to enhance the longevity of your work — we believe in quality and in legacy.

The Fine Art Trade Guild has identified five levels of framing, which can help determine the appropriate materials and techniques for each job. We use only the two best techniques at AP Designs & Framing, ensuring all of your framing is top quality.

Museum Level (purist, highest specification)
This is suitable for Museum quality works and artwork that is to be preserved for future generations. Often these items are high value (either historical or an investment). The framing process is fully reversible and offers both visual enhancement and ultimate protection from physical damage, airborne pollution and acids. All matboards, adhesives and backing boards are acid free and of museum grade and are Guild certified.

Conservation Level (second highest specification) This is suitable for artwork that is to be kept for the future and things that have moderate to high in value (original paintings, limited edition prints or items with sentimental value).

Conservation framing is always reversible, it offers protection from the environment as well as physical damage. All adhesives and backing boards are acid free, and matboards are museum or conservation grade and Guild certified.