The print is one of a set of four, with severe mat burn discoloration caused by poor framing. The paper had been placed in direct contact with the acidic wooden backing during framing.

Treatment

• The print was washed and buffered to reduce the acidity and to raise the PH.
• Chemical stain removal was carried out over a period of several days. 
• The print was washed remove the chemicals.
• The print  buffered to raise the PH, to protect from acidity during display.
• The print was pressed and dried.
• The print was mounted with archival hinges using a archival adhesive on archival mount board with a buffered coloured over mount. 

Outcomes for client:

This client is a regular, returning customer (for 27 years). Who always takes great delight in seeing his picture returned to a condition that he can enjoy displaying them in.