Free Art and Frame Health Check
Your frames and artwork will benefit from an inspection every five years or so. We offer this free service for all your framed items regardless of where or when the framing was completed. This can generally be done on the spot – no appointment required.
The local art market is dominated by works on paper which is prone to degradation from humidity, exposure to sunlight and acidity which expresses itself as brown spots known as foxing. These conditions are generally treatable and like many things early diagnosis is helpful. Fading from exposure to light is generally irreparable. Therefore a considered selection of the type of glass to be used in framing is crucial. Evaluation of the condition of your work is free of both cost and obligation. Where necessary, a free assessment can be obtained from an independent conservator to obtain costs for restoring the piece.
What does the health check entail?
Checking the art and mats for signs of mould, UV light damage and foxing (acid damage)
Checking condition of glass, frame, spacers and boards
Checking the condition of hanging systems
Checking for ingress of dust, damp and insects