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Daylight
Hang in indirect light.
Avoid direct sunlight. Continuous direct sun, even through a window, slowly bleaches the cast and dries the wax. Indirect daylight, or a hallway away from windows, is ideal.
A plaster cast in archival board, finished with wax, behind museum glass, will hold its surface and silhouette for thirty years and longer. The conditions matter.
The studio recommends five things, in order of importance.
Avoid direct sunlight. Continuous direct sun, even through a window, slowly bleaches the cast and dries the wax. Indirect daylight, or a hallway away from windows, is ideal.
Steam, cooking oils and humidity above 70% slowly settle on plaster. The piece is best in a living room, bedroom, hallway, or study — not a kitchen, bathroom, or laundry.
Dust the frame and glass with a soft, dry cotton cloth. Avoid sprays, cleaners, alcohol or any liquid on the plaster surface. If a mark appears on the wood, a small amount of clear furniture wax restores the finish.
Use a plaster anchor or wall plug rated for the weight of the piece. Larger family sculptures and birth shadow boxes can exceed five kilograms. The studio is glad to advise. A free consultation is offered with delivery.
Hairlines, edge chips and small surface marks can be restored. Pieces purchased from the studio receive lifetime restoration at cost. Write to the studio with a photograph and the reference number.
“We make objects that should outlive their first owner. The care is part of the gift.”