Preparation The first step we take in preserving a document depends on the paper it is printed on. For some paper no treatment is required. If the paper being preserved is typical magazine stock paper, we apply a thin laminate to protect the inks from UV light. If we are preserving newspaper, we chemically treat the paper to neutralize the acid present. Paste-Up Acid free adhesive is used to affix the documents being preserved to acid free card stock which is used to provide a colored canvas for the arrangement of artwork being displayed. Laser Cut The final artwork determines the size and shape of the acrylic that will be used to create the display. The designer will measure the artwork and customize a computer drawing for our laser to cut the acrylic that will be used to create the display. Seal The artwork is placed face down into ¼ inch UV resistant acrylic then heat sealed with an industrial laminate. Assemble The cut and sealed pieces are assembled using color and hardware options provided by the client. Our designers will choose the best options to use if the client has no preference. Package The display is securely packaged and includes care and handling instructions, cotton gloves and the appropriate hardware to hang the display. Ship The package is then shipped according to the client' s desired shipper and method. If the client has no preference the package is sent UPS ground which takes typically 3-5 business days within the Continental US.