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• ^ Thanks;
  I'll check them out.

  in Should I have this poster restored ? Comment by lightguy January 2016
• (Quote) "Safe bet" meaning linen backing wont hurt the value (it may increase it even), it will support the structure of the poster and keep it from further degradation, and lessen acidification of the paper itself. IE for a poster like this it sho…

  in Should I have this poster restored ? Comment by lightguy December 2015
• I have solved the HA shipping problem;
  I pick them up ! Only about 30 miles away. But now tax is collected !
  DOH !
  Cant win !

  in HA and EMP Comment by lightguy December 2015
• So if I want to mount/display it in a frame linen backing is a safe sure bet (further restoration is an option) ?
  
  
  
  Thanks all !

  in Should I have this poster restored ? Comment by lightguy December 2015
• Can the linen backing be removed at a later date with no damage ?
  I'm assuming the backing is to support the paper and prevent further damage ?
  Also "stabilising" the acid might be a good idea.
  
  I have only seen one other for sal…

  in Should I have this poster restored ? Comment by lightguy December 2015
• Being the eternal cheapskate I'm gonna find out !

  in The Affiche Studio Comment by lightguy December 2015
• Would it be tacky of me to ask ; How much did that restoration set you back ?
  
  I'm try to find pricing on restoring 2 posters in similar condition.

  in Poster Mountain Comment by lightguy December 2015
• Lightguy here in Dallas/Ft Worth.
  
  Just won an auction in last Sunday's Heritage auction and have a few questions about whether to have it restored or not.
  Where should I post a topic ?
  
  I've been collecting for about 8 year…

  in New Members, Please Introduce Yourself! Comment by lightguy November 2015