Archiving scrapbooks require special attention to materials that last a lifetime or longer. Archiving means ensuring that precious photos are not harmed by understanding the facts of some photo archives.
For archival scrapbooks, acid-free does not always mean that the product is safe for photos or files. One day, I finally purchased a special pH marker that, when applied to the surface of the object, shows whether the material is actually archived. To my surprise, I found that some of my materials are certainly not safe, so since then, I have learned how to mix insecure and safe [when I have to use a piece of material], thus minimizing the possibility Hurt my photo.
Photographic Activity Testing [PAT], developed by Image Permanence Institute, is performed by several manufacturers to predict or display possible interactions between photographic images and the chassis in which they are stored. If the scrapbook product passes PAT, it simply means that the material can be safely used with the photo, but it is not necessarily safe for archiving the scrapbook. It is a good idea to make sure the product is also pH tested. Also look for archival products with CKOK-certified seals, as these special products have met the explicit requirements for ensuring safe goods.
Tips for choosing common scrapbooking products:
Any paper product used should be acid-free and lignin-free and buffered, a process of adding a buffer [such as calcium carbonate] to the paper, acting as a neutralizer and controlling the pH level over time.
Different kinds of metals react to paper advertising photos in a variety of ways. It is best to use a coated metal and pay attention to sharp edges that would otherwise scratch or damage the photo.
Use only lead-free paint. Be careful with water-soluble paints as it may fade and penetrate or penetrate other pages.
When using natural products [such as cork boards, leaves or flowers], be aware that all of these materials contain lignin and will fade your pages over time. Note that they are combined in a file scrapbook using a secure method.
Use pigment-based rubber stamp ink instead of dye-based ink. [The Colorbox brand is based on pigments]. In the long run, dye colors are generally less stable, they are soluble, and pigment colors are insoluble. The ink is always embossed to prevent the color from fading or changing over time.
Stickers should be judged according to the same criteria used to select paper and adhesive. The sticker should be acid free, lignin free and buffered. The adhesive should meet the safety guidelines for good adhesives.
Sometimes you will encounter unique treasures of the past, or articles from newspapers, certificates or letters, to be included in the layout. Here are some security options for archiving scrapbooks using these items.
The newspaper article can be washed to deacidify the paper by immersing the article in distilled water in a shallow dish or bowl for 20 minutes. Allow the paper to dry and store in an acid free environment.
For certificates, letters or larger newsprint items, use a deacidified spray. Certificates and other documents cannot be cleaned because they often have ink flowing out or bleeding. Krylon and others use adhesive sprays to help protect and attach documents.
Do not use glue or tape on valuable documents or fiber-based black and white photographs, but use a secure mounting angle. You can also scan the project and print it out. Ideally, laser printers are the best, but inkjet printers are also available.
Several printers now offer file ink, but not all printers do this. Companies such as Lyson, Bulldog, MIS Associates, and Cone Editions have been providing Iris, Epson and other manufacturers with aftermarket pigment inks for printers. Epson has its own proprietary pigments.
Use the printer/ink/paper combination recommended by the manufacturer. Pigment inks last longer than dyes. The manufacturer should know his product. Check that he or she has tested their printer ink [for your printer type] for a long life test to see which combinations are right for you.
A very safe way to process your original photos is to scan them and the original document, then store the original document in a file-safe photo frame or other organizational system. Also, when handling photos, wash your hands frequently to avoid transferring natural skin oil to your photos. If you are using a unique photo, consider wearing cotton gloves.
There are many ways to archive scrapbooks. Learn about them as you learn about the art of scrapbooking. As with all art, there is a wrong way and the right way. Remember that you can choose what to do with the page. As you cross your imagination, realize what the best choices will make for a more successful page.
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