Prolonging The Lifespan Of Your Frame
Avoid Heat
Ideally pictures should not be hung above radiators. Extreme or rapid changes in temperature cause paper and wood to dry out and adhesives to fail.
Beware of Damp
Damp can cause pictures to ripple. If the ripples touch the glass, the picture might stick and become hard to remove. Damp also encourages fungal growth – likely to show as brown stains. Conservation framing can slow these effects, but it is always best to avoid hanging framed pictures in humid conditions. Allow six months before hanging pictures on newly plastered walls.
Avoid Direct Sunlight
Hanging pictures in direct sunlight will quickly fade and damage your artwork. UV protective glass is available for hanging in unavoidably bright light.