Six simple ways to refresh your walls
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Stand back and take a good look at the artwork on your gallery wall. Are any of the pictures askew? If you straighten them and they don’t stay put, take a look at the back of the frame. You should have bumpers on the bottom corners of your frames. Bumpers are small, self-adhesive pads that are either felt or clear silicone that cushion the frame on the wall, and that goes a long way towards keeping the frame from shifting position. We have them here in the store and are happy to supply you with a few free of charge.
is further attention required?
Take a closer look. Maybe your framing needs a little cleaning. Usually, all your artwork needs is a simple dusting. We recommend using a feather duster or similar and just lightly dusting the frame and the glass.
Does the glass still need more attention? Are their fingerprints or marks that won’t come off with a simple dusting?
The next step is to use a microfiber cloth and lightly buff the glass. If more attention is needed we recommend cleaning the glass with a glass cleaner that does NOT contain ammonia. And this is most important …. use a small amount of cleaner and ALWAYS spray the cloth. NEVER spray the glass; the cleaner could run down the glass and collect at the bottom and seep up under the glass, ruining the mat and/or artwork under the glass.
how can we help?
Often simply changing a mat will give new life to your artwork. Especially if your mat colors no longer blend with your decor, or if you find that the mat is stained or damaged.
Maybe you still love your frames but no longer like the artwork. Why not consider simply changing out the art. Replacing that somber landscape with a spring floral will give your wall ( and you!) a nice lift. We can change out the photo for you for less than $35 for a 16 x 20 size frame and have it ready for you for your holiday celebration.