Caring for Your Painting With 5 Simple Tips
Caring for your painting is pretty easy. It has a varnish on it that will help protect it from dust, dirt, sun damage and elements. However, do try to avoid direct exposure to sunlight.
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- Dust your painting as needed with a soft dry cloth. Never use cleaners, furniture polish or any other chemicals on your painting.
- Although your painting will feel dry to touch, depending on the medium used, your painting may take 6 months to 1 year to dry. There are debates that it could take longer, but this is the standard amount of time, so let your painting breathe. Never cover in plastic.
- If you will be moving or need to store your painting, Loosely cover the painting with release paper. Glassine or wax paper is okay if you are not in a warm humid climate. Wrap with bubble wrap and store in a box marked fragile. Do not pile heavy objects on top.
- If your original painting is damaged by smoke, fire or water, it could be restored. See a professional art restoration company for an evaluation.
- Protect your painting from water. If it should come in contact with water. Dry immediately with a soft dry cloth.
*reference material obtained via Art Conservation Services of Sarasota For more in depth information or restoration questions, please visit the Art Conservation Services of Sarasota link listed above.
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Written by Tina A Stoffel
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