Keep your fine art out of direct sunlight, high humidity and high temperatures. Even the best quality materials are subject to cracking or fading if exposed to prolonged periods of sunlight. Also avoid extreme fluctuations in moisture and temperature. Temperatures in excess of 75°F, direct sunlight, or humidity above approximately 60% could cause damage to your image, for example fading in the photograph or the formation of bubbles on the mounted image. Halogen bulbs can damage artwork over time if lit from a close distance, and fluorescent lights emit harmful ultraviolet rays. Furthermore, hang your fine art away from areas where airborne grime, dust and pollutants such as cigarette smoke can leave a discoloring residue.
Be extremely careful if it becomes necessary to clean the surface of your fine art photograph. Carefully dust the picture glazing with a soft, damp cloth or chamois, but apply light pressure, rinse with clean water, and dry by blotting the cloth. Beware that a dry or gritty cloth may cause surface scratches on your fine art. Never use window cleaning sprays, scouring compounds, solvents such as acetone, gasoline, or lacquer thinner to clean your image, as this may cause permanent damage.
Your frame should only require periodic dusting. A soft, dry cloth may be used to remove spots or debris. Never use liquid and chemical cleaning products, as these will harm the protective finish on the frame. A high-quality microfiber cloth may be used on stainless steel frames, but always apply light pressure, rinse with clean water, and dry by blotting the cloth.
Compressed or canned air may be used to remove any surface dust that accumulates on the liner, but make sure no moisture is expelled from the can during the cleaning.
