Caring for Negatives & Slides
Proper storage of your photography negatives and slides is essential for preserving your images for future generations. Our acid-free archival products provide the best protection against dust, light, humidity, and physical damage.
Follow these steps to safely store your negatives and slides.
Storing Slides in Pages
Slides are best stored in acid-free enclosures that protect them from dust, scratches, and environmental damage.
We offer a variety of pages made from different materials. Here's an explanation of the differences:
Polypropylene vs. Polyethylene vs. Polyester Acid-Free Pages
Polypropylene Pages:
More rigid and durable, providing additional support for negatives and slides.
Clearer transparency, making it easier to view the contents without removing them.
Ideal for frequent handling and display in binders.
Polyethylene Pages:
Softer and more flexible, reducing the risk of scratching delicate negatives.
Slightly less transparent compared to polypropylene but still allows for easy identification.
Recommended for long-term storage with minimal handling.
Polyester Pages:
The highest clarity and the most chemically stable of the three materials.
Extremely durable and resistant to tearing, making them ideal for long-term storage.
Does not generate static, reducing the attraction of dust and debris.
- Commonly used by museums and archives for preserving highly valuable or fragile materials.
35mm and 120mm Slide Pages
35mm Box Storage
Storing Negatives in Pages
Storing Negatives in Boxes
Storing Glass Plate Negatives
Glass plate negatives need extra care as they can easily be broken.
These are best stored upright on the longest edge in a box with each plate wrapped in its own envelope.
This will keep them safe and prevent scratching.
Handling and Cleaning
Always handle slides by the edges to avoid fingerprints and smudges.
Use a Tiger Cloth to gently remove dust before storing.
Final Tips for Long-Term Storage
Label your negatives and slides with details such as the date and subject for easy identification.
Avoid using rubber bands, paper clips, or adhesives that can damage the film.
If possible, store duplicates separately to protect against accidental loss or damage.
By following these steps and using our high-quality archival products, you can ensure your negatives and slides remain safe for future generations.
Need assistance choosing the right storage solution? Contact us, we’re happy to help!
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