{"id":21738,"date":"2023-02-22T14:36:28","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T19:36:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/?p=21738"},"modified":"2023-03-15T13:10:26","modified_gmt":"2023-03-15T17:10:26","slug":"custom-framing-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/custom-framing-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Custom Framing Options"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Professional framing can get expensive. Archival Methods\u2019 offers everything you need to do your own archival framing. Click here for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/blog\/archival-framing-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">comprehensive guide to our framing options<\/a>. If you have a standard size image to frame you should check out our all-in-one <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/complete-frame-kits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Complete Frame Kits<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need a custom size frame &#8211; something other than the usual 11&#8243; x 14&#8243;, 16&#8243; x 20&#8243;, or 20&#8243; x 24&#8243; &#8211; read on for details about our custom ordering process. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/complete-frame-kits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"753\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Complete-frame-kit-archival-methods.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21777 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Complete-frame-kit-archival-methods.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Complete-frame-kit-archival-methods-600x452.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Complete-frame-kit-archival-methods-768x578.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/753;\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Order a one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/complete-frame-kits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Complete Frame Kits<\/a> for standard sized prints and photographs.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We have a simple system for ordering custom mats and custom frames. For complete archival custom framing, you&#8217;ll need to the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>frame and the hardware to assemble it&nbsp;<\/li><li>archival window mat and backing board&nbsp;<\/li><li>UV-filtering acrylic&nbsp;<\/li><li>picture wire and hooks for hanging<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Order a Custom Metal Frame<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Custom metal frames are available in a variety of colors and profiles. Order them to your exact measurements. Our website is set up to make ordering your&nbsp;custom frames&nbsp;quick and easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/custom-frames\">Order your Custom Frame in 6 easy steps!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Select your <strong>Frame Profile<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 simply click on the one you want<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li>Enter <strong>Frame Dimensions <\/strong>\u2013 first box is for whole numbers, second box is for fractions &#8211; the frame dimensions are the same as the glazing and mat board<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\"><li>Select <strong>Frame Color&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Matte Black, Anodic Black (Gloss), Silver, and Gold<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\"><li><strong>Frame Hardware<\/strong> is necessary to assemble your frame. The hardware check box is automatically selected. <em>If you order bulk hardware, you will need to uncheck this box.<\/em><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\"><li><strong>Accept Terms &amp; Conditions<\/strong> \u2013 Read and click to confirm you agree to the ordering terms.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"6\"><li><strong>Review Order &amp; Select Quantity <\/strong>\u2013 Default quantity is 1. Change the quantity, if needed. Look over the frame data to make sure it is all correct. Then click <em>Add to Cart<\/em>. &nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1111\" height=\"322\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.43.17-PM-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21757 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.43.17-PM-1.png 1111w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.43.17-PM-1-600x174.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.43.17-PM-1-768x223.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1111px) 100vw, 1111px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1111px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1111\/322;\" \/><figcaption><strong>1. <\/strong>Select your <strong>Frame Profile<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 simply click on the one you want<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1071\" height=\"506\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.58.12-PM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21754 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.58.12-PM.png 1071w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.58.12-PM-600x283.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.58.12-PM-768x363.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1071px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1071\/506;\" \/><figcaption><strong>2. <\/strong>Enter <strong>Frame Dimensions<\/strong> \u2013 first box is for whole numbers, second box is for fractions&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1119\" height=\"275\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-3-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21759 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-3-4.png 1119w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-3-4-600x147.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-3-4-768x189.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1119px) 100vw, 1119px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1119px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1119\/275;\" \/><figcaption><strong>3. <\/strong>Select <strong>Frame Color&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Matte Black, Anodic Black (Gloss), Silver, and Gold<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>4. <\/strong>Select <strong>Frame Hardware<\/strong> \u2013 it is necessary to assemble your frame. The hardware check box is automatically selected. <em>If you order bulk hardware, you will need to uncheck this box.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"206\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21768 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-5.png 1080w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-5-600x114.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-5-768x146.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1080px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1080\/206;\" \/><figcaption><strong>5. Accept Terms &amp; Conditions<\/strong> \u2013 Read and click the check box to confirm you agree to the ordering terms.&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"566\" height=\"233\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-frames-6.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21769 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 566px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 566\/233;\" \/><figcaption><strong>6.<\/strong> <strong>Review Order &amp; Select Quantity <\/strong>\u2013 Default quantity is 1. Change the quantity, if needed. Look over the frame data to make sure it is all correct. Then click red Add to Cart button. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Matting your Artwork<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Mat Board<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use archival mats to protect and showcase your photographs, artwork, and memorabilia. Archival Methods offers two types of archival mat boards &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/multi-window-mat-cutting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Museum Board<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/category\/conservation-mat-board\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Conservation Board<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Museum Board is a 100% cotton mat board. Conservation Board uses alpha-cellulose pulp from purified wood fiber. Conservation Board is more economical than Museum Board, yet it has the same stable and long-lasting properties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer mat board in black and several &#8220;white&#8221; shades from our coolest, Polar White, to our warmest, Natural White, which has a cream tone. Order <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/mat-board-and-paper-samples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mat Board Samples<\/a> to get the most accurate match for your artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/s-le-packs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"753\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Matboard-Whites-Archival-Methods-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21805 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Matboard-Whites-Archival-Methods-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Matboard-Whites-Archival-Methods-1-600x452.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Matboard-Whites-Archival-Methods-1-768x578.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/753;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>No filler core is used in our mat boards. When cutting a window mat the bevel cut will exhibit the same solid color as the top and bottom of the board surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We cut window mats in many different sizes and shapes with our precision mat cutting machine. Order standard window shapes (rectangle, square, round, and oval) directly on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/custom-mat-cutting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Custom Mat Cutting<\/a> order form. If you want more than one window on a single mat, submit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/multi-window-mat-cutting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Multi-Window Mat Cutting<\/a> order form and we will send you a quote. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Order a Custom Archival Window Mat<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/custom-mat-cutting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1121\" height=\"827\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21787 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-1.png 1121w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-1-600x443.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-1-768x567.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1121px) 100vw, 1121px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1121px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1121\/827;\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Our online <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archivalmethods.com\/product\/custom-mat-cutting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Custom Mat Order Form<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Select either <strong>Rectangular\/Square<\/strong> or <strong>Oval\/Circle<\/strong> for the shape of your window&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li>Select <strong>Mat Board<\/strong> for your window&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\"><li>Select <strong>Backing Board<\/strong>,&nbsp;or no backing&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\"><li>Enter the exterior <strong>Height and Width<\/strong> dimensions for your <strong>mat<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; this dimension should be the same as the custom frame and the glazing (glass or acrylic).<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\"><li>Enter the <strong>Height and Width<\/strong> dimensions for your <strong>window<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"6\"><li>Select <strong>Position<\/strong> of your window, centered or weighted&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"7\"><li>Select if you\u2019d like your window mat <strong>Hinged<\/strong> to the backing board&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"8\"><li>Select the <strong>Quantity<\/strong> you want&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"9\"><li>Click to <strong>Confirm<\/strong> you accept our terms and conditions&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"10\"><li>Click <strong>Add to Cart<\/strong> button&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"497\" height=\"161\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21786 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 497px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 497\/161;\" \/><figcaption><strong>1.<\/strong> Select either <strong>Rectangular\/Square<\/strong> or <strong>Oval\/Circle<\/strong> for the shape of your window <strong>2.<\/strong> Select <strong>Mat Board<\/strong> for your window <strong>3.<\/strong> Select <strong>Backing Board<\/strong>,&nbsp;or no backing&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"497\" height=\"130\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21789 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 497px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 497\/130;\" \/><figcaption><strong>4.<\/strong> Enter the exterior <strong>Height and Width<\/strong> dimensions for your <strong>mat<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; whole numbers in first box, fractions in second box<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"498\" height=\"130\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21791 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 498px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 498\/130;\" \/><figcaption><strong>5. <\/strong>Enter the <strong>Height and Width<\/strong> dimensions for your <strong>window<\/strong> &#8211; whole numbers in first box, fractions in second box&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"495\" height=\"109\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21792 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 495px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 495\/109;\" \/><figcaption><strong>6.<\/strong> Select <strong>Position<\/strong> of your window, centered or bottom weighted (bottom border is larger than top border) <strong>7.<\/strong> Select if you\u2019d like your window mat <strong>Hinged<\/strong> to the backing board, and if yes, along the short or the long edge<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"536\" height=\"47\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-6.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21793 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 536px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 536\/47;\" \/><figcaption><strong>8.<\/strong> Select the <strong>Quantity<\/strong> you want &#8211; (Qty. 1-4) means that quantity price reductions begin when ordering 5 mats of identical specifications&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1085\" height=\"146\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21794 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-9.png 1085w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-9-600x81.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.archivalmethods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archival-methods-mats-9-768x103.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1085px) 100vw, 1085px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1085px; 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