How to care for your oil painting
Oil paintings need that little bit of extra care when handling and cleaning and to keep them in optimal condition
Dust your oil painting on a regular basis with a dry, soft and fine brush. Never use dry or moist dust cloths or feather dusters. Always wash your hands before handling an oil painting. If you believe the painting needs to be thoroughly cleaned it is best to get professional support.
Exposure to direct sunlight can damage your artwork. Over time the sun will change the colour and consistency of the oil paint. Similarly do not hang a painting above a fireplace or in a moist area (such as a bathroom) as rapid changes in the environment may be harmful to the painting
Ensure the painting is hanging securely on stable hooks. Please do not try to hang your artwork on an adhesive hook. Check that the hanging wire and hooks on the back of the artwork are safe and secure also
Transporting your artwork - wrap it in brown paper or glasene paper, then bubble wrap it. Place frame corners on all four corner and place the wrapped painting in a sturdy box (eg a mirror box).
If you need to store you artwork for a period of time make sure the storage space has a stable climate - moisture and heat are the enemy of an artwork. It is best to store the work on it’s side, drape it in cloth (eg a clean, dry moving blanket) and keep it off the ground.