Caring for Your Art in The Tropics

• Take each piece of art off your wall and clean off any insect / gecko droppings from the rear of the frame, otherwise this will attract damaging moisture.
• Check that the tape at the rear of the frame is still in good condition, if it is starting to lift it should be replaced as it plays an important role in keeping the work dry within the framed environment, which prevents mould growth.
• Ensure each frame has felt bump-ons on the bottom two corners, this will prevent a build up of insect/gecko droppings behind your frames, promote airflow and protect your walls.
• Archival framing is the best starting point for caring for art. All works on paper should be mounted on 100% cotton mat board if they are not, they will eventually deteriorate. Only 100% cotton museum board is acid and lignin free for life.
• For valuable works you may want to consider replacing the glass with museum quality acrylic sheet. This will resist the development of moisture within the frame as acrylic unlike glass, can change temperature at the same rate as the room, it is also protected against damaging ultra violet light.
• Consider installing a home gallery hanging system. This will further promote airflow behind your paintings and avoid the need for you to constantly drill holes in your walls.
  
  Art House has recently introduced an industry backed life time guarantee on all its conservation framing. We are the only framing service in the Kimberley to offer this guarantee which is backed by the manufacturers of Crescent Museum boards. If you have any queries or concerns about your art, we will be happy to provide you with a free inspection and report. Just drop in to see us at Art House.
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The Gallery

The Gallery shown here at the opening night and at some of the many functions that are held there to promote new art or artists.

The strong connection between Mark Norval and the Mowanjum people has provided a very strong collection of work by the Mowanjum