Digital BW, The Print

--- In DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com, "grue1970" <grue1970@...> 
wrote:
>
> hi, i'm new here. it seems to me that the best way to archive frame an
> inkjet print is to use those little plastic corners that self-stick to
> a mounting board. is that right?
> 
> if so, the next thing is, i should be leaving at least a 1" border of
> paper around my print so that the corners don't come in contact with
> the printed ink. am i doing well so far?
> 
> now basically when assembling a frame, matt and mounting board, these
> things are just sandwiched together without any special gluing or sealing?
> 
> final question - what size corners does one use for 13x19 paper?
> 
> thanks
> -steve
>
I'm a newbie here at this group, somewhat new to Digital B&W. 

I think it's best to isolate the print from the environment. I like simple black wooden 
frames, with a sealed craft paper backing on the frame. Have seen suggestions for 
"outgassing" an inkjet print before framing,{Place print between two archival papers and 
allow it to rest for 12 hours}  to dissapate any moisture. I'm not comfortable with the idea 
of open sides- I have seen moisture migrate in from the edges of a clip frame. I also like 
more matte. Try 3-4" all around for an 13x19 print; a good presentation is everything. 
Keep the glass away from the print!
You did say archive? as in archival?

Julian Kaiser