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Preservation of Your Movie Poster Art HANDLING Movie Posters were not originally made to last forever. They were intended as throw-away advertising, and were printed on high-acid, low-grade paper. As such, you will need to be aware of the following when handling your posters: light, heat, humidity and rough handling. Any of these can have an impact on the condition of your collection. Do NOT store your poster in the attic, as heat will hasten its deterioration! If you live in area that is known for high humidity climates don’t them in the basement, as higher humidity levels in basements can also damage your movie poster art.
STORING If you are not ready to display or frame your poster, it should be properly stored. If possible, it should be laid flat in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Any rubber bands on rolled posters should be removed — the rubber deteriorates over time and will stick to your poster. Rubber bands can also indent your poster as a result of the applied pressure. Do not store your poster between regular cardboard, which has a high acid content as the cardboard can hasten it’s deterioration. If you can, store your poster between low-acid foam board.
FRAMING We suggest that when framing your poster, have it matted so that it is not in direct contact with the glass. Also, make sure the backing board is acid-free. We suggest you use UV (Ultra-violet) resistant glass to protect the paper from dangerous prolonged exposure to UV rays from the sun. Please see our framing section for more information on framing your movie posters.
RESTORATION
If the poster is very valuable, or appears to be a very large job, it is advised to have it restored by a professional. For removing a small amount of tape residue, rubber cement thinner is effective. Very carefully, using a q-tip, rub a small amount lightly on the spot to be removed. Use extreme caution — you don’t want to remove the poster ink! As mentioned earlier, movie posters were printed on high-acid, low-grade paper. De-acidification can help arrest the deterioration of your movie poster. There are three methods of de-acidification — linen backing/mounting, lamination and encapsulation.
Linen Backing/Mounting Linen mounting is when a restorer fuses the poster onto linen fabric. The result of this is the poster is strengthened and necessary repairs can be done. It also reduces the likelihood of the poster being torn through mishandling. Lamination Lamination involves a clear coating of both the front and the back of the poster. This is ideal if the poster is to be handled a lot, as it makes the poster more durable. As with any method of preservation, it is always advisable to consult a professional first. If you laminate a poster you are more than likely to destroy any intrinsic value so be sure to explore this choice before proceeding. Encapsulation This is thought to be the safest and most effective method of preserving movie posters. The poster is first de-acidified, then sealed in an acid-free polyester enclosure. This protects the poster from handling, keeping it free from dirt or air contaminants. For more information and suggested preservationists in your area, we recommend contacting the members of the Movie Poster (MoPo) mailing list. This is a group of extremely knowledgeable movie poster collectors who are together as a result of their shared appreciation of movie posters and the hobby of collecting. Their web site can be found at www.filmfan.com Poster Conditions | History of Movie Posters | Collecting | FAQ | Authenticity | Auctions | Preservation | Resources
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