While it is true that photos on canvas are cheaper than oil paintings or any other paintings in general, that does not mean to say that they are to be neglected and still expect that they remain beautiful throughout its existence.

Like any regular paintings or works of art, they have to be cared for and maintained. If you are wondering how you can do that, here are some tips that will help you keep your photos on canvas looking like new.

At first, you have to take note that your canvas prints are painted with a special lacquer coat that safe guards them from weather, dust and any other contaminants. This means that you would not have to do much to really protect your framed pictures. You just need to follow these simple tips to keep them looking great.

1.    When choosing a specific place where to hang them, try to select a spot that is free from humidity and away from direct sunlight. This prevents the colour of your canvas prints from fading and the cloth from being discoloured and brittle. If you can, try to pick a cool and dry place where they are shielded from dust and any other substances.

If the place of your choice turned out to be too dark, then just install small pin lights that can provide the sufficient amount of illumination you need.

2.    If your photos on canvas seem to be a bit gritty and dirty, never attempt to clean it by hosing it down. As a reminder, keep this general rule in mind – ink and water do not match. So if you feel the need to fresh and clean your canvas prints, merely wipe them with a dry cloth or a duster. The lacquer coating on it should be enough to let all the dust slide off quickly and easily.

And if for some reason anyone spilled or splashed water on your canvas, then taking action immediately! Get an absorbent lint free cloth and dab it on the print to keep the water from seeping through.

3.    To make sure that your frames stay on your wall, check their metal fixtures for any rust. If you see that there is, then delicately dab the affected area with a rust solution. Just be careful because you would not want to have the solution spread to the canvas.

4.     Should you decide on changing the frames of your photos on canvas, then make sure that you use acid – free frames. This is important because acid is known to quickly discolour your prints and in due course ruin it in time.

5.    When moving your photos, try to be careful with it because stretched canvas on a frame can be very fragile. They can easily give in to any sharp and pointed objects or edges.

Those are 5 simple tips that can help you keep your photos on canvas looking like new. Again, you do not really need to do much as those little efforts can give your photos a longer life.

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