Photo frames have multiple purposes. One of the more popular uses is to preserve milestones such as achievement certificates and other certifications and to make them presentable. The best photo frames to do both can be single or multiple aperture frames, but the style and the extras that can be included ought to be considered before making your decision.
As you read on, you’ll discover the important factors to consider to ensure you get the best photo frame to present and preserve the important milestones in your life, be it for professional purposes, or sentimental value.
For chronological milestones documenting achievements such as Diplomas and certificates, a gallery wall display using A4 picture frames would be ideal. For smaller photos, such as a collection of school year photos, birthdays, or anniversaries, those can be showcased in a single multi-aperture photo frame.
For preservation, other components are going to be required. The mount board is used to protect paper from coming into contact with the glazing, which will prevent it from sticking. To protect against yellowing, which is often caused by the acidic content in paper breaking down with age, all of the components of the picture frame should be acid-free.
Where you intend to display the photo frame should be considered too before you buy it. The reason is that there are different types of glazing available, each suited to different purposes. The main one is the glare from sunlight, for which you can use anti-glare glazing. Another consideration related to glare is the UV rays of sunlight as those will damage the ink and paper within the frame. For the best protection of paper products in frames, hang them away from direct sunlight, and use UV-resistant glazing. This will protect the contents within the frame. Hanging anything in a frame in direct sunlight is likely to lead to damage. Mainly paper yellowing, inks fading, and possible wrinkling or curling of photo paper, typically starting at the corners.
The best style of photo frames for achievements
The style of the frame is imperative to get right, otherwise, it will look out of place. Where you display it influences what style to choose. For displaying in the home, the frame is mainly for aesthetics, whereas within a professional setting, such as the office of a professional to display their accolades, something more sophisticated like a black aluminium diploma frame may be more appropriate.
Add a caption to sign off your photo
When you’re getting photo collages framed, some printers give you the option to add a caption. At The Picture Gallery, our text caption option places a text box within the frame that’s used to describe the photos and is separate from them. Other collage makers give the option of a text overlay, which is when the text is placed over the photos.
By placing the text separate from the photo, it creates a more sophisticated finish rather than turning your text into a piece of the art.