HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR ENCAUSTIC ARTWORK

Consistent Temperature: Hang and store at normal room temperatures. Avoid freezing and extremely hot temperatures, was will melt at 150 degrees.

Avoid Direct Sunlight: Keep all artwork out of direct sunlight.

Transporting a painting: Cover the face of the painting with wax paper during transportation before any other forms of packaging material or they may leave an imprint on the surface.

Framing: Encaustic does not need to be protected by glass. A floater frame is an option to help protect the edges of the painting.

Curing: During the first 6-12 months, as the wax cures, an encaustic painting may develop bloom. Bloom is a naturally occurring hazy white residue. It may also occur if a painting is exposed to cold. It can be easily removed by buffing the surface of the painting. Encaustic paintings can be buffed to a high gloss using a soft, lint-free cloth or pantyhose. Avoid buffing areas with gold leaf or any areas with considerable texture. Once they have cursed, they will more readily shed dust and keep their polished look.