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Oct 22, 2013 11:14:23 #
Hello, I look forward to learning things here.
Let me pose a question: I have a large print mounted on a piece of plexiglass, but the photo paper is unprotected on the back. I want to mount this in a bathroom and I'm concerned about the potential effects of moisture. Should I put another piece of plexiglass on the back and enclose the print altogether?
I use a Nikon D7000 with a 18-200 VR II zoom. On a vacation in South Africa I took quite a few photos with which I'm quite happy (attached). I've made large prints on canvas of some of the shots taken in a game reserve. Now we're thinking of a trip to Costa Rica and the rainforest. I'll be looking for advice on how to shoot under those conditions.
Let me pose a question: I have a large print mounted on a piece of plexiglass, but the photo paper is unprotected on the back. I want to mount this in a bathroom and I'm concerned about the potential effects of moisture. Should I put another piece of plexiglass on the back and enclose the print altogether?
I use a Nikon D7000 with a 18-200 VR II zoom. On a vacation in South Africa I took quite a few photos with which I'm quite happy (attached). I've made large prints on canvas of some of the shots taken in a game reserve. Now we're thinking of a trip to Costa Rica and the rainforest. I'll be looking for advice on how to shoot under those conditions.
4-yr old battle scarred male lion at 15 meters
Wonder why this animal kills more people than any other in Africa?
Cheetahs at Phinda Game reserve, KwaZulu Natal, S.A.
Oct 22, 2013 11:32:49 #
My solution to moisture protection is to apply a clear lacquer spray, such as McDonald's or Krylon (there are others, as well). They are available in various surface finishes (glossy, matte, textured, etc.) and also provide UV protection on prints displayed in illuminated environments. You can get these from most art supply stores. Most mail-order places won't ship them as they are hazmat. Use in well ventilated area.
Oct 22, 2013 11:45:15 #
Oct 22, 2013 11:46:06 #
Danilo wrote:
My solution to moisture protection is to apply a clear lacquer spray, such as McDonald's or Krylon (there are others, as well). They are available in various surface finishes (glossy, matte, textured, etc.) and also provide UV protection on prints displayed in illuminated environments. You can get these from most art supply stores. Most mail-order places won't ship them as they are hazmat. Use in well ventilated area.
Are you saying that both the front and back of the print should be sprayed?
Oct 22, 2013 12:02:25 #
You might consider placing a bead of 100% silicon. between the frame and the two slices of P Glass on the back.
Steam will work its way into that crevasse.
Water will accumulate between the two pieces and bleed into the paper then mold.
Steam will work its way into that crevasse.
Water will accumulate between the two pieces and bleed into the paper then mold.
Oct 22, 2013 14:21:46 #
Thanks! I guess I can mat the print with paint tape and paper to avoid spraying the plexiglas.
Oct 22, 2013 14:22:54 #
Yes, I was going to use that very advice. But I'm not sure I can get the look I want if there are two layers of plastic with a bead of silicon around the edge. May opt for spray.
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Oct 22, 2013 14:26:56 #
Thanks. All these beasts, except for the buffalo, were quite understanding and tolerant of us. So long as we behaved, kept quiet and sitting down in the vehicle, such beasties as lions and cheetahs and rinos were not bothered by or with us. Noblesse Oblige, I think .... but the buffalo is just downright mean, not an animal with which to trifle. Here a a few more -- that elephant was summoned by the lead female, who had a calf, to get us out of the herd's way. He's actually charging at us, and we got out of there right snappy.
Oct 22, 2013 14:29:11 #
whfrank wrote:
Yes, I was going to use that very advice. But I'm not sure I can get the look I want if there are two layers of plastic with a bead of silicon around the edge. May opt for spray.
No do not spray the photo with anything.
I'm suggesting a tube of caulking.
just flip the finished piece over and use the silicon caulking to go around the edge of the glass injecting it between the glass and the frame so steam cant get in there.
but don't force it between the two sheets of glass this will spread them apart.
Don't spread them apart, in fact if you let it cure lying down the caulking will replace the push pins or whatever you were going to secure the picture and glass in the frame with.
When you flip it back over you should not see the silicon caulking at all.
Oct 22, 2013 15:52:36 #
Think about having them reprinted on metal. Almost bulletproof. Moisture would not be an issue.
Oct 22, 2013 15:56:09 #
CaptainC wrote:
Think about having them reprinted on metal. Almost bulletproof. Moisture would not be an issue.
As long as the metal is 24k gold or Titanium :thumbup:
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Oct 23, 2013 00:51:12 #
Hello and welcome!! Gorgeous pictures!!
Oct 23, 2013 10:22:58 #
First, welcome to UHH! Your photos from Africa are magnificent - thanks for sharing.
Look forward to your results from your next trip!!!
Look forward to your results from your next trip!!!
Oct 23, 2013 10:57:48 #
I would be Extremely cautious about spraying anything over the paper or ink, especially something like lacquer. Many of the solvents in coatings like that are pretty volatile and can have more adverse effects on the print than beneficial. You may get a really good answer by posing this question to the company that originally did the print for you. Another good source might be a museum or other such group that performs restoration/protection of antiquities.
Which ever direction you take, please update us on your final result - I'm sure a lot of us are following this thread to see where the results may lead.
Which ever direction you take, please update us on your final result - I'm sure a lot of us are following this thread to see where the results may lead.
Oct 23, 2013 11:13:14 #
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