Rising

Rising

Rising is a brand of high-quality, speck-free, museum-grade cotton rag mat board used in conservation and fine art framing. Made from 100% cotton fibers, Rising mat boards are designed to provide archival protection for artwork, preventing acid migration and ensuring long-term preservation. The mats are available in a range of colors, thicknesses, and surface textures to complement various types of artwork.

Applications

• Conservation Framing: Protects artwork from acidic backing materials and environmental degradation.
• Display Framing: Enhances the presentation of fine art, photographs, and prints while maintaining archival standards.
• Custom Matting: Suitable for cutting, beveling, and layering in complex mat designs.

Best Practices

• Always handle Rising mat boards with clean hands or Nitrile Gloves to avoid transferring oils or dirt.
• Use archival adhesives or reversible mounting methods when attaching artwork to Rising mats.
• Store mat boards flat in a climate-controlled environment to prevent warping or bending.
• When combining with other mats, ensure all layers are conservation-grade to maintain archival integrity.

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