How To Preserve The Image On Your Photo Printing Paper

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How To Preserve The Image On Your Photo Printing Paper

If you're printing out your memories on photo printing paper, you want to make sure those images not only look good when you print them, but that they'll look just as good years from now. In order to keep your photo printing paper looking just as good 50 years from now, you need to take a few steps to ensure the longevity of your prints.

  • Start with the right equipment, including a quality printer, ink and photo printing paper. Though premium quality photo paper is costlier, it's specifically made to control ink absorption, as well as create a moisture barrier to preserve your photos for the long term.
  • You can purchase quick-drying photo printing paper, but it's still always a good idea to wait until you're sure the ink is completely dry before stacking the sheets or placing anything on top of them. A good wait time is 24 hours for photo printing paper just to be safe.
  • When your pictures are ready to go on your photo printing paper, store them in a cool, humid-free environment to prolong their life. Also, keep them away from direct sunlight.
  • Photos printed on photo printing paper last longer when you place them in albums as opposed to frames. However, to ensure the longest life, avoid self-stick or PVC coated pages that can cause discolored prints. Instead, go with an acid-free and lignin-free album.
  • The best frames for photo printing paper, should you decide to go that route, are those with an anti-UV coating on the glass. Aluminum frames are best if you live in a humid area because they aren't affected by the moist environment.

   

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