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What is matting? What is acid burn and why do you need toavoid it? Here are some of the basic terms you may need to know when you arechoosing your vintage picture frame or display case from Victorian FrameCompany. Acid and acid burn. Somecardboard and other mounting and framing materials are not designed forlong-term use.Most contain lignin andacids. Over time, lignin produces acids that react with the paper in photos andcause discoloration (acid burn). Ideally, use acid-free glue and paper (for …

Shadow box frames serve as handy display cases for yoursmall but precious memorabilia. Be it those shells you picked up during yoursummer vacation by the sea, the medal you won during the competition, themementos from your wedding or items in your collection, shadow boxes serve tohighlight the items while protecting them from dust and from curious and pryinghands.There are some custom-made display cases that showcasespecific items. For instance, a jersey display case can proudly exhibit yourfavo …

Be it your child’s first foray into the world of watercolors or the work of an up and coming artist, a piece of artwork should bedisplayed where it can be most appreciated. A frame is a traditional way ofshowcasing artwork made with paper, photo paper or canvass. However, with themany options available, where do you start? Do you go with antique pictureframes or a more modern frame? What shape? Would a circular picture frame workbetter or should you an oval frame?To help you make your choice, he …

Some photos are irreplaceable treasures, even in today’sdigital age. These are worth our efforts and expense in preserving throughframing. These efforts help to extend the life of the picture, minimizing theefforts and deterioration that time can bring. Admittedly, conservation pictureframing is much more expensive than normal framing, but it can make yourprecious photographs and even artwork last for a far longer time.Here are some of the factors that cause the deterioration ofa photo:-Light. U …

Picture frames are very versatile design elements. You canuse it to liven up the wall and help set the mood of a room. You can mix andmatch circular, square and oval picture frames. You can add some vintagepicture frames to your elegant living room. The great thing about pictureframes is that it can hold a whole lot of things – pictures, mirrors, cloth,art work and even 3-D items such as wedding memorabilia, dried flowers, evenguitars and rifles!Now, you can order picture online via Victorian Fr …