Preserving Old Photos

 When we lose loved ones, we often find comfort in old photos that capture their memory. To preserve and properly care for your photos, there are some specific steps to follow.
The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia lists the best way to care for and preserve old photographs.
Caring for Photographs 

Some simple tips

• It's safer to display photos in metal frames, as wooden frames can leak harmful vapours and provide a home for insects.
• Ensure your photo frames are out of direct sunlight. Frame copies and keep originals in archival boxes.
• Black and white photos will last longer than colour image prints.
• Don't pull apart scrapbooks and albums. They tell a story and often include the handwriting of the person who made them.