Articles OVERVIEW
Our collection of educational articles about
custom framing, collection care and emergency response are updated regularly.
Click on each topic below for a menu of corresponding articles.
Collection Care Articles

Our collection of educational articles provide an introduction to many topics about the preservation and conservation of fine art, antiques and fine furniture.
Topics are often written as a result of questions provided by our clients.
Click Here to Review Helpful Information about Archival Storage, Guidance on Dusting and Cleaning of Specialty Glass and Acrylic, and General Collection Care.
FrAMING Articles
There is a lot that goes into the design and fabrication of an archival custom frame. Whether a minimal TIG welded aluminum frame, acrylic vitrine, or a custom carved wood, 22k gilded antique revival frame, each design can have a variety of approaches and materials.
Topics are written top help familiarize our clients with the materials and techiniques that are recommended for fine framing.
Click Here to Review Helpful Information about Finsihed Corner Frames, Gilding, Welded Frames, Specialty Glass and Acrylic, Archival and Museum Quality Framing.
Emergency Care Articles
Our emergency care articles are a helpful introduction on how to prevent damage through preventative measuresfor art and antique collections. When a disaster strikes, prompt response and taking the right steps can mitigate further damage.
Topics are based on twenty years of firsthand experience of handling a variety of fine art, framing and antique losses.
Click Here to Review Helpful Information about Prevention and Recovery Efforts for Fire Damage, Water Damage, and General Collection Care.
Antique Trader Articles
Visit our collection of articles that have been published in Antique Trader
www.antiquetrader.com
For more than 60 years Antique Trader has been inspiring, informing and entertaining the collecting community with timely news coverage, lively collector profiles and in-depth articles on topics as varied and as broad as the big, bold, beautiful antiques world. Published 24 times a year and offering a weekly digital newsletter, Antique Trader provides expert insight, historical perspective, values and incomparable content, all designed to guarantee a robust and rewarding experience.
Click Here to Review Helpful Information about out published articles about the preservation, collection and display of fine art and antiques.
Glossary
Click here to visit our glossary to learn about the terms that are frequently used in the fine art, conservation, fine framing industries.
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Clients are welcome to make an appointment to drop off items at one of our studio locations for an estimate.
Upon completion of the assessment, we will follow up with a written condition report and treatment proposal for your approval.
Custom framing appointments can also be made at any of locations.
To schedule an appointment please feel welcome to email, call, or submit an inquiry via through our form at the bottom of the page.
Online
We also welcome inquiries through email.
If you have questions about a general treatment or need an approximate cost for a project, you can send images and information about your piece. When possible please include the following information:
Title, Artist, Medium, and Size
Condition Observations and Concerns
Images of the front and back, with any details.
We will call you to follow up and gather any further pertinent information.
Onsite
Clients are welcome to make an appointment to drop off items at one of our studio locations for an estimate.
Upon completion of the assessment, we will follow up with a written condition report and treatment proposal for your approval.
Custom framing appointments can also be made at any of locations.
To schedule an appointment please feel welcome to email, call, or submit an inquiry via through our form at the bottom of the page.
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