Most people have a drawer, box, or other space where they stash items they are not sure what to do with. It is important to be careful about what is stashed in these places, as some items are a bit more sentimental than others. Too sentimental to be tucked away. Maybe it’s time for custom framing documents you’ve kept hidden in a drawer.
Many households have all sorts of documents lying around such as passports, social security cards, and birth certificates. These may not be as sentimental or nostalgic as a high school or college diploma, or even your children’s artwork. Custom framing documents like these can help preserve them so they will last for many years.
Belongings like your certifications, college diploma, or letters from a friend may be close to your heart. They deserve more space than just being tucked away in a drawer. It doesn’t take too much to lengthen their lifespan and feature their unique qualities while displaying them with pride. Let’s take a look at a few things to consider when custom framing documents.
Choose a Matching Custom Frame
When you are framing documents that have sentimental value, you want to choose a frame that complements the document being featured. A custom frame can often enhance a document’s historical value. If you are choosing a custom frame for a historical piece, choose a frame that provides an elegant look that matches the history and aesthetics of the document.
Of course, your college diploma or your kindergarten child’s finger painting gives you a little more creative freedom. Diplomas with a custom black and gold frame look great in any room of your house. Of course, there are no hard-set rules for custom framing documents, but choosing a frame that fits the piece is the first step.
Printing to Acrylic or Canvas Before Custom Framing Documents
When you are dealing with irreplaceable documents, you want to take all the precautions you can to preserve them. One option is printing the document onto a high-quality canvas or an acrylic print. This keeps the original secure. However, custom frames are designed to help protect the document from the elements. Once you’ve printed the document onto canvas, custom framing it will add the finishing touch for an exquisite display.
Protecting Your Documents
When documents come into contact with acidic materials, they can become damaged over time. Professional custom framing helps protect your valuable documents, keepsakes, and artwork. Acid-free matboards help preserve precious documents. As framing professionals, we know how to handle documents while preparing the custom frame. This avoids transferring damaging oils and dirt to the document. We can also help you know where to display the document in an environment that will provide optimal protection.
Where to Hang Custom Framed Documents
You’ll want to choose an area that is free from high humidity or moisture, avoiding rooms like a bathroom with a shower or tub and the kitchen which can be steamy. Think about what type of traffic will be in the area you’re considering hanging the custom framed document in. Find a location where it’s not likely to be bumped or knocked over easily, such as a quieter room or hallway.
Choosing a Custom Frame for Your Document
If you want a classic, timeless look, a wood frame provides an elegant look. You’ll have your choice from several types of wood and our framing professionals can help you choose one that will highlight your document. You have a wide variety of choices when it comes to matboards, too. You may want to choose your school colors or incorporate a vibrantly bold color.
If you are custom framing your child’s artwork, you may want to choose a bright-colored matboard to display their masterpiece. Present it in a way that makes you happy and brings you joy when you look at it.
Get a Custom Frame for Your Document at Suburban Frames in Atlanta
We have decades of experience and deep expertise to back up every framing project we undertake. Our professional framers know how to handle your most precious pieces and create a custom frame you can be proud of. Call us today, and let us get build the high-quality frame your document deserves.