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*Although a fireplace is often a focal spot for a room, a painting displayed above a mantel will be exposed to soot, heat, and environmental extremes. Hanging paintings above heating and air conditioning vents or in bathrooms with tubs or showers is also inadvisable because the rapid environmental fluctuations will be harmful.

*You might want to dust your painting regularly, so that a thick layer of dust does not build up which will dry out the paint and possibly result in cracking and peeling. Feather dusters can scratch paintings. Instead use soft, white-bristle Japanese brushes, sable (such as a makeup brush), Avoid rubbing or placing pressure on the painting when dusting. No other treatment should be tried at home.

*Paintings should not be treated, on either the front or back, with any kind of oil, solvents (such as alcohol), soap, water or household cleaners. Some of these products may improve the painting's appearance temporarily but can be harmful in inexperienced hands.

*Paintings usually deteriorate slowly. It is normal for a painting to become brittle and crack with age. If a painting has been damaged, it should be left untouched until it can be examined by a professional conservator.
Never lean the front or back surface of a stretched canvas on a pointed or sharp object, no matter how small. This will leave a dent that will disfigure your painting.

*If you must store a painting, avoid damp basements or garages, where pictures can mold, and attics, which are very hot in the summer. A good storage method is to place the paintings in a closet with a stiff board protecting the image side and a backing board attached to the reverse.