Things You'll Need:
- Rag conservation board with 7.5 pH factor Acid-free mat with 2-inch border, also 7.5 pH factor Acid-free hinges or corner flanges Glass, cut to finished print size Wine cork X-acto knife Glue Picture hook
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Step 1
By using your print as a guide, measure the conservation board and border mat the same size as the print. It is extremely important to use only acid-free materials so the print will not burn from the chemicals that are in other materials.
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Step 2
Cut each piece with the X-acto Knife. Make sure that your cuts are straight and not jagged.
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Step 3
Assemble by laying the mounting board on a flat surface and place the print on top of it. Now lay the border on top of the print followed by the glass that has been cut to size. Giclée prints should never be attached to either the mounting board or the border permanently. It is important that giclée prints have free flowing air around it.
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Step 4
Using the acid-free hinges, attach one hinge in each corner. This method keeps the air flowing around the print, which ensures that the print itself does not deteriorate.
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Step 5
Cut the wine cork in four equal pieces and attach to the back of the mounting board with glue to keep the completed print approximately 1/2-inch from the wall. Attach the picture hook where desired with the hardware that came with the hook. This method also ensures a more even circulation of air around the print.
