Believe it or not, the glass you choose for your framed piece is as important as the frame itself. The glass, or glazing, can add considerably to the enjoyment of your piece, and more importantly, to the life of whatever you’re framing. So, how do you pick the right frame for your framing project? Consider the following points.
Glazing should provide UV protection for your artwork, or whatever treasured possession you are framing. Sunlight, and even ordinary electric light, has harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays that can quickly fade, discolor or make many items you might want to frame brittle. The best way to help protect against the irreversible damage of UV rays is to choose glazing that has UV protection built right into the glass. To reduce the damage caused by harmful UV rays, there is Conservation Clear™ glass.
This is a framing glass that has microscopic silica-based UV blocking agents that produce an ultra-protective sheet of glass that enhances true colors and acts as a sunscreen for artwork. This keeps your piece fresh and attractive for years longer than regular glass. After all, UV rays cause art to fade and protection is a must.
Glazing should enhance, not interfere with, the viewing of a work of art.
If your newly framed piece will be hung in an area where there is glare potential from windows or other light sources, you will need a non-glare or an anti-reflective glazing product. The best choice for maximum protection from glare, reflection and UV light rays is Museum Glass™. This is the highest quality anti-reflective picture framing glass in the industry. It protects against harmful rays and has the highest light transmission along with the lowest reflection rating of any other glass product.
Sentimental family pictures, heirlooms and artwork should last years, as well as brighten up your home.
For additional education on glass and other custom framing materials, you can visit FASTFRAME of Valencia, which is located at 24204 Valencia Blvd, at the corner of Valencia Blvd. and McBean Parkway. Owners Randy Burzynski and Rose Marie Longan offer a wide variety of glazing choices to fit exactly what you need. They can be reached at 661-291-1325.