Framing Digital Prints
Try and keep your print flat before framing, avoid rolling it or having it rolled as this adds complications when framing. The surface of many digital prints is delicate and susceptible to damage so protect it carefully to avoid irreversible scratching. Digital prints are usually fairly flat when printed so it is best to keep them that way.
Decide how much of the paper/image you wish to see thinking about any signatures and inscriptions &c you may want to include. Consider the width and colour of any window mount (mat /passe partout) you wish to use.
It is always best to separate it from the glass in some way, either with a spacer, slip or a window mount. We always use acid free mounts and archival hinging methods suited to the type and weight of substrate.
Framing
When choosing a frame think about the style, period and feel of the
image, what you like and what might suit your interior/purpose. Keep it
simple. Remember that larger images are going to need stronger frames to
support them.
Digital prints are produced in a variety of ways and many factors can influence their permanence ; the type and weight of paper, the type and quality of inks, surface coatings, storage and so on. We would always advise on the use of UV filtering glass or acrylic to avoid fading inks and yellowing paper. If reflections might be a problem modern anti-reflection glass can eliminate them. Using acrylic will reduce the overall weight of the framing and avoid damage caused by glass breaking.
Conservation
Not much can be done about damaged digital prints and reprinting is the
usual solution so always make sure you have the file backed up.
