Archival Care & Handling Guide

To ensure your investment lasts for generations, fine art Giclée prints require specific care. Our museum-grade papers are acid-free and pH-neutral, but they remain “living” materials sensitive to their environment and handling.

1. The Unpacking Process

Our prints are shipped in high-impact reinforced tubes to ensure they arrive in pristine
condition. To unpack safely:

Avoid Sharp Objects: When opening the tube, do not use a knife or box cutter. A slip can easily penetrate the protective layers and permanently damage the print. Carefully remove the end caps by hand or by prying them with a blunt tool.
Preparation: Ensure your hands are freshly washed and dried, or wear clean white cotton gloves. Prepare a large, flat, and dust-free surface.
The “Gravity” Method: Once the cap is removed, allow the rolled print to slide out of the tube naturally. Never reach inside to pull the print out by its edges, as the pressure can cause permanent “half-moon” creases in the heavy cotton fibers.
Tissue Protection: Keep the protective acid-free tissue paper over the print surface at all times during handling.

2. Flattening your Print

Due to the substantial weight of our Hahnemühle (308 gsm) and Canson (310 gsm) papers, the print will retain a curve from the shipping tube.

Lay the print (with its protective tissue still attached) face down on your prepared flat surface.
Place several smooth, heavy objects—such as large books—on the corners.
Allow the print to relax for 24–48 hours before attempting to frame.

3. Framing for Longevity

To maintain the White Glove standard of your collection, we highly recommend
professional framing. Request the following archival specifications:

Archival Mounting: Use only acid-free, pH-neutral tapes and mounting boards to prevent “foxing” (brown spots) or yellowing over time.
UV Protection: Use UV-filtering glass or acrylic to shield the pigments from light-induced degradation.
Spacers: Ensure the print surface does not touch the glass directly; use spacers or a window mat to create a necessary air gap.

4. Environmental Placement

Lighting: Do not hang your artwork in direct, consistent sunlight, even with UV-protected glass.
Climate: Avoid areas with high humidity or extreme temperature fluctuations, such as bathrooms, kitchens, or directly above radiators and heat sources.