Dry mounting a poster at home can be achieved effectively with a few simple steps, as illustrated in a YouTube video about dry mounting artwork.
Understanding the Basics of Dry Mounting
Dry mounting involves adhering a poster to a rigid substrate, creating a flat, wrinkle-free presentation. This method uses an adhesive activated by pressure, which in this case, can be a Bray roller as highlighted in the reference video.
Materials You’ll Need
- Your poster
- A mounting board or foam core (rigid substrate)
- Dry mount tissue or double-sided adhesive sheet
- A Bray roller
- Scissors or a craft knife
- A clean, flat surface
- Clean paper
Step-by-Step Guide to Dry Mounting
- Prepare the surface: Make sure the mounting board is clean and free of dust. Place it on your flat surface.
- Position the adhesive: Apply the dry mount tissue or double-sided adhesive sheet to the surface of the mounting board. Ensure it covers the area where the poster will be placed. The provided YouTube video suggests that you should not remove the final section of the release paper at this stage.
- Align your poster: Carefully position the poster onto the adhesive sheet. Ensure the poster is in the exact position you want.
- Secure the poster: Once you're satisfied with the poster alignment, start to secure the poster to the adhesive, according to the video instructions. Then, let the release paper fall back down over the print.
- Apply pressure: Use the Bray roller and apply firm, even pressure, working from the center outwards. This ensures a good bond and prevents air bubbles. The YouTube video advises to use the Bray roller to get a really good bond.
Tips for Successful Dry Mounting
- Cleanliness is key: Always clean your work area and materials to avoid any unwanted particles being trapped under the poster.
- Work carefully: Align the poster precisely to avoid misalignment issues during the application process.
- Smooth application: Use a Bray roller with consistent pressure to ensure a uniform bond, as suggested in the YouTube video, to avoid air bubbles.
Alternatives to Dry Mounting
If you don't want to use adhesive, other methods like using poster hangers or frames are alternatives that don't involve adhering your poster to a mounting board.
