Varanis Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 (edited) Howdy! I've read through several threads discussing comic display set ups and wanted to get a few opinions on mine as regards keeping the comics safe and maintaining condition. All the comics I display are CGC graded and are displayed using these frames (http://www.gradecomstore.com/graded-comic-book-frames/) with UV protection static cling sheets. The comics being displayed are changed out every 2 months. When not displayed they are stored in BCW graded comic bins (https://www.bcwsupplies.com/graded-comic-book-bin). The comics range from modern keys and variants to major, high grade silver age keys. They are displayed in a dimly lit bedroom with one window with perpetually closed blinds. The bedroom is adjoined to a bathroom with a commonly used shower. The comics are displayed on the wall to the left of the window as far from the window as possible but very near the entrance to the bathroom. The stored comics are next to the wall near the window. I live in an apartment, so my options are limited, but I'm curious for any advice based on the above. I will try to upload some pictures later. Thanks! Edited January 15, 2019 by Varanis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlowUpTheMoon Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 16 minutes ago, Varanis said: I will try to upload some pictures later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcjames Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 So far, they're a little hard to see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FineCollector Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 I'm of the opinion that comics should never be displayed. Take a scan and hang that on the wall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varanis Posted January 14, 2019 Author Share Posted January 14, 2019 50 minutes ago, jcjames said: So far, they're a little hard to see! Haha. You are not wrong! I can see them well enough in the dark and I assume (perhaps incorrectly) that short periods of the light turned on won't damage them at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varanis Posted January 14, 2019 Author Share Posted January 14, 2019 45 minutes ago, FineCollector said: I'm of the opinion that comics should never be displayed. Take a scan and hang that on the wall. I definitely understand this perspective, but I enjoy having the artifact present and visible. It has a lot more meaning than a representation and I derive a much lower level of enjoyment when they are locked away. I'm confident there are ways to display which mitigate the vast majority of potential damage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juno Beach Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 Could you also provide pics of the UV protection static cling sheets? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolverineX Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 Is there UV protection for magazine sized comics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolverineX Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 1 hour ago, FineCollector said: I'm of the opinion that comics should never be displayed. Take a scan and hang that on the wall. I should do that but I don't get the same enjoyment as the actual comic... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varanis Posted January 14, 2019 Author Share Posted January 14, 2019 2 hours ago, Juno Beach said: Could you also provide pics of the UV protection static cling sheets? These should be the same I'm using http://www.gradecomstore.com/clear-shield-slab-protector/ MGsimba77 and Juno Beach 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ride the Tiger Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 Normally we have the pictures ready to upload before we make the thread but hey i'm open minded here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varanis Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share Posted January 15, 2019 Apologies for the delay. I added pictures to the original post. Got the newer stuff up now. Iron Man #1, FF #52, Tales of Suspense #57 and others probably going up next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thunsicker Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 I'm of the opinion that comics should only be used in a way that brings you joy. Display them, invest in them, read them. Whatever makes YOU happy. Juno Beach and Varanis 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varanis Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share Posted January 15, 2019 3 minutes ago, thunsicker said: I'm of the opinion that comics should only be used in a way that brings you joy. Display them, invest in them, read them. Whatever makes YOU happy. 100% agree! I also want to make sure I'm not comprising their condition while displaying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thunsicker Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 Just now, Varanis said: 100% agree! I also want to make sure I'm not comprising their condition while displaying. I think you've done what you can. UV sheets, no direct sunlight, switching them out. Sounds like they should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varanis Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share Posted January 15, 2019 Should I be worried much by humidity from the bathroom? I feel good about light with the UV sheets and changing books every 2 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
