Client framing vs. final varnish

[Terri Ficenec]

Thanks Marvin! That's what I thought would make sense.

The local framer seals the painting into the frame on the back with a kind of paper 'dust-cover'. I assume this is a standard practice? So, do I request (of the clients) that the painting not be sealed in until after the final varnish? Or would the dust-cover be removed then re-applied? I would just ask the local framer, but the clients are from a few towns away, so they may be planning on working with someone else...

[Marvin Mattelson]

Explain to the framer that the portrait needs a final varnish in six months time. He should be willing to accommodate your request by holding off on the backing and applying it after the varnish has been applied. If not, get a different framer.

[Terri Ficenec]

Thanks again Marvin!