Museum lights are essential for displaying and appreciating collections, but they can also pose a risk to the preservation of objects with damage that is both cumulative and irreversible. In the past, object preservation was considered the most important aspect of...
You have to worry about the type of lightbulbs and the UV, and the infrared radiation, and now you also have to keep in mind the museum light color temperature. But what does that mean and why is it relevant? Imagine you are about to go into a cafe or restaurant for...
Lighting is an essential element of museum display, but it can also pose a significant threat to the preservation of museum collections. Exposure to light can cause irreversible damage to many types of materials, such as fading, discoloration, embrittlement and...
As a collections care professional, you’re familiar with the ten agents of deterioration, and you know museum lighting for art is a sensitive issue. Light is not only cumulatively damaging, but its effects are completely irreversible. Fading cannot be restored. You...
The design and implementation of appropriate museum lighting is a crucial element of both collections care and curatorial decision making. In this blog post, we will talk about the use of natural and artificial light sources in museum lighting design. By understanding...
Cultural heritage institutions play a crucial role in preserving and displaying precious artifacts for future generations. The appropriate use of lighting is essential in these spaces, not only for optimal display but also for the preservation of sensitive materials....
