How to protect and make your paintings last

Living spaces often need design elements to make them look more pleasing or interesting. This is why some people hang posters of their favorite movies in their rooms, place family photos in the living room, or hang paintings on the wall to fill in the static area. And while not everyone can afford paintings made by great artists, art by local artists can easily make a wall more vibrant as well.

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According to art experts at Sadigh Gallery, homeowners need to know how to protect these paintings so that they last for a long time. Here are some tips on how to protect your paintings.

The first thing you need to do when you bring a painting home is to know where to place it. If you hang the art on a wall, make sure that the painting will not be exposed to sunlight at any given part of the day. If this cannot be avoided due to the location of specific windows, simply put curtains to block the sunlight.

You should also make sure that the painting is far from any rigid objects which could accidentally hit the canvas. This needs to be kept in mind when moving paintings or placing them in storage facilities. Any kind of contact with the canvas could easily crack the paint.

Lastly, when cleaning paintings, never use a washcloth to wipe the dust off the surface of the painting. Instead, use compressed air to blow the dust off the surface, as well as larger debris. You may also use a delicate brush and lightly brush off dirt. According to the art experts at Sadigh Gallery, following these tips can extend the lifespan of your paintings at home.

A family-owned art gallery, New York-based Sadigh Gallery specializes in the handling and selling of ancient artworks and coins from around the world. The gallery is perfect choice for those new to collecting coins, ancient art, and antiquities. For more information on its services, visit this website.

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