WHY REFRAME AN ITEM? A new frame will give a print (or other art) a new life. The choice of frame not only affects how the image itself will be seen; but, it also provides protection from soiling , fading and yellowing. WHY CONSERVATION FRAMING? Conservation framing uses materials and techniques that contribute to the longevity, And beauty of your valued original artwork, photographs, and objects. It is a method of framing that requires the best available materials, and Techniques to frame an object or artwork in order to protect and maintain it in its original state. To achieve this we use museum quality, 100% cotton matboards, and backing boards. All mounting of artwork is fully reversable, and allows the artwork to be removed from the frame at anytime unharmed. Glazing is specialized museum quality glass or acrylic, to protect against harmful uv rays. When the item you are framing is something you treasure deeply, you need to ask for conservation framing. WHAT KIND OF ITEMS ARE SUITABLE FOR FRAMING? Works on paper; watercolors, pastels, drawings, charcoals, etchings, engravings, lithographs, maps, documents, and certificates. Photographs; contemporary, and historical. Textiles; silks, embroderies, and samplers. Paintings;oil, or acrylic on canvas or board. WHAT ARE SOME ITEMS WHICH REQUIRE SPECIALIZED FRAMING? Childhood treasures, vacation memories, sports memorabilia , awards and ribbons, cherished family heirlooms, wedding memories to name a few.