Materials used for matting & framing my gelatin silver prints
A note about my selection of matting and framing materials:
I have selected high-quality matting and framing components that aesthetically complement my work. Additionally, the materials selected adhere to the highest archival standards.
Prints are affixed to a 4-ply Crescent RagMat Museum archival mat board using Lineco "See-Thru" Mounting Strips. These strips are made from conservation-quality archival polyester that is attached to acid-free paper. This allows for the print to be securely positioned on the mat board without any adhesive coming into contact with it. The print is then double-overmatted using the same Crescent RagMat Museum mat board material to achieve an elegant and impactful presentation, as seen in the example image on this page. Crescent RagMat Museum mat boards are designed for conservation and preservation, are acid-free and are made from 100% cotton.
On the back of the mat board, I affix an additional black 4-ply PaperMat Decorative Mat board, which features an acid-free alkaline reserve of 3-5%. This additional backing provides an extra layer of protection for the print. The mat boards are affixed to each other using Lineco's Linen Tape, which is made from British Linen Cloth and coated with a neutral pH acrylic adhesive of archival quality.
The matted print is then framed in a gallery-quality, low-profile Nielsen black anodised aluminium frame with Tru Vue Optimum Museum Acrylic. This glazing material is the best available and the choice of many leading museums worldwide. It provides 99% UV protection, is anti-reflective and shatter-resistant, and is significantly lighter than glass. The frame is finished with a heavy-duty hanging wire installed and ready for display.
I handle all the matting and framing myself, taking great care to produce a finished piece that displays beautifully and will be protected for generations to come.