Congratulations!  You're the owner of an original piece of artwork. To keep your art piece in store fresh condition, there are some specific storing, handling, and cleaning instructions to keep in mind.

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Clean with Cold Damp Water

Use a white cloth damp with cold water. Avoid hot water as it tends to peel or wash out colours. 

Clean with Gentle Soapy Water & Q Tips

For tougher stains, use a white cotton cloth soaked in gentle soapy water (olive oil-based soap or unscented hand soap is best). Be careful with areas containing thick impasto (thick paint) as you do not want to break the hardened paint. Use Q-Tips for crevasses and hard to reach areas.

Tighten Canvas using Water Spray Bottle

Over time, it is natural for the weave of the canvas fabric to loosen. If you notice the canvas is loosening on the stretcher bar (the wood the canvas is stapled to), using a water spray bottle, mist the backside of the canvas & leave to dry. This should tighten the canvas slightly. 

Rips, Tears, and Other Damage to the Artwork

Should an accident happen, it is best to take your painting to an art restoration team. They know exactly how to repair, maintain, and colour match artwork.  If you're in the area where I live, I may be able to repair some  damage to the art for a fee, but not to the level of an art restorationist.

Storage

For long term storage, 

1.  Wrap your piece in brown kraft paper,
2.  Wrap it in bubble wrap,
3.  Place frame corners on all four corners,
4.  Place the wrapped artwork in a solid box,
5.  Keep in a dry, cool place.  (like garlic!)

Materials & Procedure to Use When Framing Works on Paper (Prints)

To avoid yellowing and degradation, use acid free papers & mat inside the frame. Products will tell you if they're acid free, but that doesn't mean all the materials are. For example, an Ikea frame's mat is acid free, but the paper and backing board are likely not acid free. Visit your local art store to purchase acid free paper.

Never place a print directly on the surface of the glass or plexi. Over time, it's possible for the print to adhere to the surface and once that happens, it's pretty much game over. 

When framing, order your materials in the following way:
1. Glass / Plexi
2. Mat Board or Framer Spacers
3. Print / Work on Paper
4. Acid free sheet
5. Hard board from the framing kit. 

Glass or Plexiglass?

Glass is easily shattered, but it is much less prone to scratches and damage making it easy to clean with a simple cotton cloth and water. 

Rips, Tears, Water and Other Damage to the Artwork

Should an accident happen, it is best to take your print to an art restoration team. They know exactly how to repair, maintain, and colour match artwork. If there is water damage on the work, it is best to leave it be if you're not going to an art restorer.  

Storage

For long term storage, 

1.  Wrap your piece in acid free paper  and/or a plastic sleeve,
2.  Place between acid free cardboard / mat board,
3.  Keep in a cool, dry, dark place. Avoid humidity especially with works on paper!

Display in a Shaded Area

Light degrades any material causing colours to fade even when framed. To keep the colours of your new artwork bight, display your piece in a shadier area. While all art will fade over time, being out of direct sunlight will slow the process.

Information on Framing & UV Light

Works on paper quickly fade in colour when exposed to sunlight / UV rays. It is always best to frame your art prints if you're displaying them. Even a cheap, dollar store or Ikea plexiglass / glass frame will filter some UV rays, so if it's all you can afford, that'll do! The difference between store bought and  professional frames (besides cost) is the glass / plexi they use. ArtGlass is specially formatted to filter (70%-99% of all rays) which will make your art last far longer. Additionally, Art Glass is crystal clear so you won't see glare on your artwork. Any framing is better than none.

Cleaning Plexiglass Surfaces with Microfibre Glasses Cloth & Air Blower

If possible, use an air blower to remove dust on the frame. For tougher spots, use a microfibre cloth like the ones that come with eyeglasses to avoid scratching the surface of the plexiglass. Do not touch the surface with your nails or anything abrasive - make sure there is no dirt or debris in the cloth or on the glass before you begin cleaning. If you use anything other than a microfibre cloth for glasses, you will scratch the surface of the plexi.

Cleaning Glass Surfaces with a Cotton Cloth and Water

Glass is a much more durable, but can shatter. Use a white cotton cloth with water to clean the surface of your glass. Never use windex or other house hold cleaners. The ammonia they contain can seep under the glass and damage the print with their acidity.