How to Cold Laminate
Cold laminating important papers or pictures will keep them safe for years to come. Old pictures or paper documents become yellow with age. The elements may fade them, or time may cause cracking or darkening in color. Cold laminating may prevent this aging and damaging process. Hot laminating is an option for some items, but requires a special machine. Cold lamination is a safer process since no heat is required.
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Instructions
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Place the picture or document into a cold laminate sleeve. Hold the sleeve apart so the item does not stick to the sides before it is completely in the sleeve.
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Smooth out the wrinkles. Use the side of your hand to press out any wrinkles starting in the center and moving to the sides.
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Press the laminate sleeve flat. Apply pressure to the laminate by placing a large book or other smooth, flat, heavy object on top.
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Cut the laminate to size. After the laminate is pressed, cut away the excess film.
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Tips & Warnings
Cold laminate machines are available. These machines eliminate the need for removing wrinkles and pressing the laminate.
Do not cut away too much of the laminate. Leave at least a small amount of film around the edges of the document or picture.
