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Re: [OM] [OT] (sort of) Framing Advice and Supplies

Subject: Re: [OM] [OT] (sort of) Framing Advice and Supplies
From: "Daryl Hurley" <dhurley@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Thu, 16 Aug 2001 00:10:02 -0500
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From: "John A. Lind" <jlind@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2001 5:29 PM
Subject: [OM] [OT] (sort of) Framing Advice and Supplies


> Q:  Anyone done their own framing?

Yes, one of many jobs I did while working through college.

> Q:  Anyone know of a good on-line supply house for frames and mats in the
US?

Probably are some, but I find everything I need locally.

> Q:  Has anyone used plexiglass for glazing?

Yes, not recommended.  Just not as good as glass for optical quality.

> Q:  How does that compare to good quality glass?

See above.

> Q:  Anyone framed Ilfochromes (Cibachromes) before?  Any special
> considerations with them compared to normal glossy prints?

I have not framed any Ilfochromes (Cibachromes).  Don't know of any special
considerations.

> This needs to be relatively simple and inexpensive (hopefully) without
> compromising archival quality.

There isn't anything you can't do yourself if you take your time and use the
proper tools.

Daryl Hurley
Topeka, KS


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