What is Optium acrylic?

What is Optium acrylic?

Optium Museum Acrylic is an excellent alternative to conventional glazing materials used for protecting and displaying artwork. Durable and strong, this acrylic sheeting is produced using patented Tru Vue technology to ensure long-lasting protection against oxidization and degradation over time.

Is glass or acrylic better for framing?

Acrylic is lighter than glass, thus more affordable to ship. It also is more durable, which makes it ideal for frames ordered online. Glass is heavier and more fragile, but some people prefer it for the aesthetic, or because it’s less susceptible to scratching. It can still shatter easily, though.

How do you clean acrylic Optium?

Non-ammonia glass cleaner may be used to clean Optium®. DO NOT use acrylic cleaners or polishing agents. Mix a couple drops of detergent with distilled water. Use on micro-fiber cloth to clean surface of glazing.

What is museum quality acrylic?

The virtually invisible acrylic that performs like glass and is trusted by the world’s most renowned museums is now available in four smaller, single-sheet sizes starting at 16×20 (405mm x 510mm) up to 32×40 (815 x 1015mm).

Do museums use plexiglass?

The standard for quite some time however is museum glass, as it provides the most clear and uninhibited viewing of the framed artwork. Plexiglass has come a long way since it was used for the first time, and now tends to be the industry standard.

How do you cut an acrylic Optium Museum?

Gauges 6.0mm and above can be fabricated with a power saw and saw blade specifically designed to cut acrylic. Optium Acrylic Glazing should NOT be cut with a laser. The extreme heat can cause crazing, which may lead to delamination of the coating.

Is acrylic glazing any good?

Acrylic glazing Acrylic is similar to Styrene in its lightweight and shatter-resistant properties, allowing for easy transport with the assurance of safety. Acrylic, however, provides a ranging level of UV protection for your artwork, with some offering up to UV filtering of 99% to protect your work from fading.

Why is acrylic more expensive than glass?

Acrylic weighs less than half that of glass. Acrylic is many times stronger than glass and thus more resistant to strokes (10-20 times). When acrylic shatter, it is, in contrast to glass, in large pieces with relative blunt edges. Molding and extrusion of glass items are more expensive and requires much more energy.

Can you use Windex on museum glass?

It is highly recommended that you use a special acrylic cleaner available at most hardware stores. A second option, use a dampened, not soaked, 100% cotton cloth like a T-shirts. Dampen with a mixture of dish washing soap and water. Never use an ammonia-based glass cleaner such as Windex.

How do you clean UV museum glass?

Cleaning

1. Place the glass on a clean, non-abrasive surface for cleaning.
2. Use a clean, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the glass. Tru Vue recommends using a micro-fiber cloth.
3. Spray a small amount of ammonia-free cleaner onto the cloth.
4. Press the cloth against the glass and clean in round, circular motions.

Is Museum glass UV resistant?

Museum Glass also filters out 99% of UV light, but has the added feature of being clear and virtually non-reflective because of a special coating. It allows artwork, objects or textiles to be viewed at every angle with very little glare interference.

How is museum glass different?

The only difference between the two is the UV protection. Museum Glass has 99% UV protection, which is the same as your standard UV filtering glass. It is designed to be amazingly clear, as well as protective for your art long term.

When to use Tru Vue Optium acrylic glazing?

Tru Vue Optium® Acrylic Glazing provides long-lasting anti-static as well as anti-reflective properties to help protect art from damage and to help showcase your art the way it was intended. When should I use acrylic?

How big of a frame do I need for Tru Vue?

You should use 3mm acrylic when the frame’s size exceeds 36”x48”. Tru Vue also offers 4.5mm and 6.0 Optium Museum Acrylic for oversized framing projects over 40”x60”. Following is a rough rule of thumb for choosing thickness of acrylic: For more tips on how to choose glazing, click here.

What kind of UV protection does Tru Vue use?

Tru Vue Conservation Grade glass products have been field tested for over 20 years and do not delaminate or degrade over time. Specific to acrylic products, Tru Vue does not apply a UV coating to its Conservation Grade acrylic products. The UV protection is provided within the acrylic substrate and is permanent.

How is Tru Vue Optium Museum anti static?

Tru Vue Optium Museum Acrylic and Optium Acrylic are anti-static. For all other acrylic products, spray with a de-ionizing air gun, then wipe with a clean, damp, high performance cleaning cloth. This will reduce static temporarily