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How to Store Your Artwork Like a pro

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Published
03/19/2018

Art is one of the great joys of life. It is also one of the hallmarks of a luxury home. A timeless sign of wealth and sophistication, art has the ability to convey any message and to depict any scene. The infinite variety of artworks out there means that in amongst it all, exists the perfect piece for every individual and home.

For many people, it is this promise of the perfect piece or collection existing somewhere out there that entices them into art collecting, to begin with. For others, it is a deep love and appreciation for particular artists and styles. And in some cases, people just want to make their homes look nice.

Whatever the reason you have chosen to invest in building an art collection, the last thing you want is for it to be ruined in an avoidable accident. You can insure your collection, sure, but insurance won't prevent you from losing your artwork. Here's how you can store your art collection in a way that would make a professional proud.

Know the Dangers

Forewarned is forearmed. The more you know about the most common threats to your artworks, the better prepared you will be to defend against them. For example, Saran wraps are popular amongst many collectors as a way of wrapping and protecting artworks. Unfortunately, we now know that Saran wraps encourage the growth of mold. This mold is ultimately more damaging than anything that Saran would be able to protect against.

Artworks which are regularly exposed to sunlight will deteriorate over time. Although the degree to which this will happen will vary depending on the age of the art and the materials used.

Choose the Right Storage Room

Perhaps the most important decision you will make with regards to the storage of your artwork is deciding where to store them. Some people simply take a room that is currently unused and hang their paintings in there. This is fine for small collections of inexpensive pieces, but if you're looking for a more professional setup, you should take some extra steps.

Ideally, you will want to monitor the temperature and humidity of the room where your artwork is stored. You will also want to make sure that there's no risk of pipes leaking and causing water damage. Have a look at The Plumbing Info for advice on ensuring that your home's pipes are healthy.

Ensure the Correct Documentation

As we mentioned earlier, people start collecting art for a variety of reasons. But, unless the artwork you buy is purely for aesthetic reasons, then you will, at the very least, want it to maintain its value. In order for your most valuable pieces to be able to command the price that they deserve, you will need to be able to present proper documentation for them. Make sure that you observe best practices and retain any documents that come with your artworks.

Being an art collector is an exciting venture. Who doesn’t love to indulge their passions after all? However, if the artwork isn’t stored correctly, a valuable collection can be reduced to nothing.

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