Nothing can compare to the feeling of achieving a goal. The moment you hold your university degree or your child’s first school certificate is when you realise how much a piece of paper can mean to you.
We need to prevent these documents from getting bent or faded in a dusty cupboard. Trophy Empire created this Certificate Preservation Guide to make choosing the perfect certificate frame a fun and easy process. Framing certificates properly is the best way to protect your family’s accomplishments forever.
The Invisible Enemies of Your Accomplishments
You might think a simple glass cover and a cheap frame are enough to preserve your document, but you’d be wrong. Paper faces two silent, destructive attackers every day.
- Light Exposure: Even indirect sunlight is the fastest way to turn vibrant inks pale and bleed the colours out of your certificate.
- Cheap Frame Materials: The materials inside the certificate frame are often not pH neutral. Over time, they release harmful acids that leave permanent yellow or brown stains on the paper.
Using the wrong frame materials can destroy a memory; this is why understanding certificate protection methods is so important.
Framing It Right: Quick Tips from the Pros
Once you’ve chosen a good quality frame, it’s time to mount and preserve your certificate. These certificate framing tips will keep your document sharp for decades:
- Use an archival mat: This is a decorative cardboard window placed between your document and the glass of the frame. It prevents the certificate from touching the glass. This is crucial for preventing moisture damage and sticking.
- Opt for UV-Protective Glass: This filters out the sun rays that cause fading if the certificate hangs near any natural light source.
- Avoid Standard Adhesives: Never use tape or glue directly on the document. Instead, use photo corners or hinging tape designed specifically for archival mounting.
- Choose a Stable Hanging Location: Hang the framed piece away from high-humidity areas like bathrooms or exterior walls that may transfer moisture.
Quality, Variety, and Customisation
When it comes to framing, quality makes all the difference. Think of your certificate frame as a secure display vault for your important memories, not just a flimsy cover.
Whether you’re planning a massive awards ceremony or honouring one special person, finding the best frames for certificates shouldn’t add logistical stress. Trophy Empire offers a wide range of professional, ready-to-hang certificate frames with customisation options to ensure your frame truly matches the achievement it holds.
Don’t let your achievement fade. Explore our frame selection online, or visit our showroom in Boksburg, Gauteng, to feel the quality. We ensure your valuable certificate frames are delivered quickly with our reliable nationwide delivery.
FAQs
Is it better to hang my certificate or store it flat?
It’s always better to hang a properly framed certificate. Storing it flat means it can easily be bent or creased. A secure frame protects it from physical damage and environmental factors.
What is UV-Protective Glass, and do I really need it?
UV-Protective Glass filters out the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays. It is crucial for certificate frames that are displayed anywhere near a natural light source to prevent ink from fading.
Does Trophy Empire offer custom sizing for unusual diplomas or awards?
Yes, we offer complete customisation. We ensure a perfect fit for any document size, guaranteeing your unique achievement is displayed securely.