Caring for a fine art print is simple: keep it out of direct sunlight, dust it gently with a chemical free damp microfibre cloth, and never spray anything directly onto the artwork. Done consistently, that is enough to keep a canvas or acrylic piece looking its best for a lifetime.
How do you clean a canvas print?
Dust a canvas print with a soft, chemical free damp microfibre cloth, wiping gently. Do not use household cleaners or sprays, and never apply liquid directly to the canvas. Keep canvas away from moisture, so it is best suited to living rooms, bedrooms and hallways rather than bathrooms. Full guidance is on Care and Handling.
How do you clean an acrylic print?
Clean the face of an acrylic print with a small amount of glass cleaner on a soft cloth. Apply the cleaner to the cloth, not directly to the panel, and wipe gently to keep the high gloss surface clear. Acrylic copes well with humidity, so with careful consideration it can hang in a kitchen or bathroom.
Where should you hang a print to protect it?
Keep any print out of direct sunlight. While the inks and materials are made to last, with canvas carrying a 100 year plus colour guarantee and acrylic being UV protective, strong direct sun is best avoided for any artwork. Choose a wall that is well lit but not baked by the sun through a window for hours each day.
What should you never do?
- Never spray cleaner or water directly onto the artwork.
- Never use harsh chemicals or abrasive cloths.
- Do not hang canvas in a damp or moisture prone space.
- Avoid long hours of direct sunlight on any piece.
Handled with this in mind, your piece will stay as good as the day it arrived. Explore more work in the black and white collection, or compare finishes across the canvas and acrylic collections.
Frequently asked questions
How do I clean a canvas print?
Dust gently with a chemical free damp microfibre cloth. Do not use household sprays or cleaners, and never apply liquid directly to the canvas.
Can I use glass cleaner on an acrylic print?
Yes, a small amount on a soft cloth is fine for the acrylic face. Apply it to the cloth rather than the panel, and wipe gently.
Will my print fade over time?
The materials are made to last, with a 100 year plus colour guarantee on canvas and UV protective acrylic. Keep any piece out of direct sunlight and it will hold its look for a lifetime.
Can canvas prints go in a bathroom?
Canvas is best kept away from moisture, so it suits drier rooms. Acrylic handles humidity better and can go in a bathroom with careful consideration.