Caring for and Cleaning Your Canvas

• Avoid direct sunlight Exposure to UV rays may fade your painting over time.
• Keep away from heat and humidity Avoid placing your painting near radiators, fireplaces, or in humid rooms like bathrooms or kitchens. Even framed and sealed artwork can eventually develop mould in these conditions.
• Dust gently Do not use sprays or chemical cleaners. Lightly dust with a feather duster or dry, lint-free cloth.

If your painting is old or valuable take it to a professional restorer to be cleaned.

• For deeper cleaning If dusting isn’t enough, use a lint-free cotton cloth lightly dampened with mild soapy water. Be gentle on thick paint (impasto) and use cotton buds to clean in crevices. Avoid touching the canvas surface as natural oils from your hands can damage the surface.
• Handle carefully Canvas can dent easily. If a dent occurs, lightly mist the back of the canvas with water. The fabric may absorb it, helping the mark reduce or disappear as it dries.

The Best Way to Hang Canvas Artwork

• Original art is more popular than ever, and with galleries like Art 4 Homes, anyone can bring a unique painting into their home or workspace.
• Many artists attach a picture cord to the back of their canvas, making it easy to hang—just provide a suitable hook or nail.
• Some canvases are sold ready to hang but don’t have any visible hanging hardware. In these cases, the best solution is to use a Takker or similar wall hanger. This keeps the canvas flush against the wall while leaving only tiny holes, making it ideal if you plan to move your artwork or hang several pieces.

This is great in showing a way of hanging a painting with D-rings, but no cord.

Oversized paintings are better hung with D-rings or heavy duty picture frame hangers or mirror plates. The mirror plates can be painted to match the wall colour.

If the painting is heavy it is usually better not to use wire or cord.