Archival Methods Museum Board 32x40 Natural White 4 Ply PKG 15

When it comes to preserving your valuable prints, photographs, and documents, the Archival Methods Museum Board 32x40 Natural White 4 Ply offers unparalleled protection and durability. Crafted from 100% cotton fiber pulp, which boasts a 99% Alpha Cellulose composition, this museum board is the epitome of archival quality. Its robust 4-ply construction ensures a sturdy and reliable foundation for matting, mounting, and preservation, making it a top choice for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

The Natural White Museum Board presents a subtle cream tone, free from optical brightening agents, ensuring the true color of your matted work remains consistent over time. Its acid- and lignin-free nature, coupled with an alkaline or neutral sizing, provides a safeguard against the damaging effects of acid migration and environmental pollutants. This proactive buffering with calcium carbonate maintains a stable pH level, preventing the material from becoming acidic as it ages.

Adorama's commitment to excellence is evident in the meticulous production process of this museum board. It is devoid of metal particles, waxes, plasticizers, and residual bleach peroxide, with sulfur content meticulously kept below 0.0008% reducible sulfur. The iron and copper contents are strictly controlled, not exceeding 150ppm and 6ppm respectively, ensuring the integrity of your artwork is never compromised.

The board's internal and external sizing utilizes an alkaline approach, avoiding the use of alum, which further contributes to its longevity and archival quality. With a 2-3% alkaline reserve and a pH of 9 +/-0.5, this board is steadfastly acid-free. Additionally, the color dyes are light-fast and non-bleeding, so your artwork's appearance remains pristine.

This museum board is not only designed to protect but also to enhance the presentation of your work. It passes the rigorous Photographic Activity Test (PAT) ISO IT 18916, formerly ISO 14523 ANSI IT9.16, ensuring that it will not interact negatively with your photographs. The lignin content, tested by TAPPI 236 cm-85, has a Kappa number of less than five, signifying an exceptionally low likelihood of degradation.

Each sheet in this pack of 15 is laminated with an all-natural starch adhesive, providing a cohesive and eco-friendly solution for your matting needs. The 4-Ply board is recommended for creating a 1/16" separation between your artwork and its glazing, offering a flat, supportive backing that is ideal for both display and long-term storage.

Choose the Archival Methods Museum Board 32x40 Natural White 4 Ply PKG 15 for a professional-grade solution that ensures the longevity and preservation of your most treasured items.