Glass Type

 Glass Type is very important piece of the framing design.  Do you need archival? (Museum or conservation clear)No reflection?(Anti-reflective) or just clear glass? UV protection? Click on the link below to view the information about the different types of glass.  Our staff will be glad to guide you in the right direction.

MUSEUM:

AR Reflection FREE:

CONSERVATION CLEAR:

PREMIUM CLEAR: 

Optium Museum Acrylic^® (anti-reflective)

Conservation Grade UV Protection

Optium Museum Acrylic® Meets Your Rigorous Standards Durable and strong, Optium is produced using a patented Tru Vue technology. A magnetron-sputtered anti-reflective, anti-static coating is bonded to an abrasion resistant, UV filtering acrylic sheet at an atomic level. This ensures long-lasting protection that doesn’t oxidize and degrade over time.

Technical Info:

• Available in 3.0mm, 4.5mm, and 6.0mm thickness.
• Newly enhanced anti-reflective coating optimizes the appearance while significantly reducing distracting reflections to less than 1% at a 90 degree angle. 
• Anti-static protection that actually exceeds glass and dissipates 2000 times more static than regular acrylic, making it safe for friable materials and minimizing cleaning. 
• Abrasion resistant glazing offers 20x more protection than regular acrylic and resists minor scratches associated with frequent cleaning like anti-reflective glass. Can be re-used for traveling and temporary exhibits.
• Maximum UV protection filters up to 99% of damaging 300-380 nm UV rays so you can display sensitive objects. 
• Lightweight – 50% lighter than glass. Perfect for large items and display cases. 
• Gauges up to 4.5 mm can be cut like regular acrylic.
• Cleans like Tru Vue glass products, with ammonia-free cleaner. 
• Shatter-resistant, thermal insulating, and anti-static properties provide a secure and protected environment. 
• Click on Optium Spec Sheet below for more information.

When To Use:

• For virtually invisible glazing that will enhance colors, brightness and contrast levels of all types of artwork, including shadow boxes.
• For protecting valued, irreplaceable artwork against damage and fading caused by UV light.
• Ideal for oversized framing applications and static sensitive pieces, such as pastels and charcoals.
• When light weight, shatter and abrassion resistant glazing is essential for protection.