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A Beginner's Guide to Mounting: Scrolls, Panels and Museum Framing

Choosing among three common mounting approaches: traditional, contemporary and conservation.

Published August 1, 2026

Traditional scroll mounting edges the work in silk and is rolled for storage. Panel mounting suits contemporary interiors. Museum-grade mounting uses acid-free mats and UV-protective acrylic for long-term preservation.

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