How to protect your paintings and furniture from moisture: Goyart's ti

At Goyart , with over 30 years of experience in decorative paintings and interior design, we know how important it is to care for the pieces that fill your home with life and style. Humidity, especially that caused by condensation, can become a silent enemy of your paintings and furniture. It can damage paintings and furniture, causing stains, warping, or mold. Protecting your decorative pieces is essential to maintaining their beauty and functionality.

This is particularly relevant in spaces near heated swimming pools or in environments with sudden temperature changes.

Therefore, we offer you a complete guide with 10 key tips to protect paintings and furniture from moisture, ensuring they look perfect for years. We also offer practical advice along with products that can help you combat this problem.

1. Maintain adequate ventilation

Ventilation is essential to prevent moisture buildup in the air. A constant flow of fresh air helps prevent condensation on walls and decorative objects.

How to do it?

Open windows regularly: Especially in rooms with high humidity, such as those near heated pools.
Use fans or extraction systems: Air extractors are essential in bathrooms or areas with high humidity.
Humidity-Controlled Purifiers: Opt for devices like the Pro Breeze Dehumidifier , which regulates humidity and improves air quality.

2. Install a dehumidifier

A dehumidifier is an efficient solution for reducing relative humidity in the environment. These devices are ideal for preventing damage to delicate paintings and furniture.

Goyart Recommendation:

If you have decorative paintings in humid areas, use a compact dehumidifier in small rooms or a larger one for larger living rooms. Also, make sure to keep it clean and with updated filters for optimal efficiency.

A quality dehumidifier significantly reduces relative humidity. Models like the Pro Breeze Compact 1500ml are compact and efficient, ideal for small rooms. If your space is larger, opt for more robust versions with built-in sensors.

3. Apply protective barriers on the walls

Walls adjacent to heated or cold-exposed pools tend to accumulate moisture. A practical solution is to create thermal or impermeable barriers.

How to protect walls:

Anti-humidity paints: Apply products such as Beissier Stop Humedad to prevent leaks.
Insulation sheets: Place foam or cork panels behind furniture or pictures to avoid direct contact with wet surfaces.
Rubber bumpers on the frames. You can add plastic or rubber bumpers to separate the frame from the wall so it can breathe, ventilating behind the frame.

This is especially useful if your pictures are hanging on cold walls.

4. Use frames with special protection for paintings

At Goyart , we offer a wide variety of frames that stand out not only for their design, but also for their functionality.

Why they are important:

Hermetically sealed frames protect paintings from moisture ingress.
Anti-glare glass with anti-humidity treatments is ideal for more delicate works of art.

If you're looking for quality options, our store offers advice on custom frames tailored to your needs.

5. Choose moisture-resistant materials

Whether it's paintings or furniture, the materials you choose play a crucial role in their durability.

Recommended options:

Varnished paintings: At Goyart we offer paintings with protective varnishes that repel moisture and preserve vivid colors. For paintings, look for canvases with protective varnishes like Liquitex Gloss Varnish , which repels moisture and protects the colors.

Furniture with lacquered finishes: They're more resistant to moisture than untreated wood. Opt for treated or lacquered wood.
Apply products like Star Brite Teak Oil to protect wooden furniture exposed to humid environments.

6. Maintain a stable temperature at home

Sudden changes in temperature are one of the main causes of condensation.

Solution:

Install a smart thermostat and other home automation features like those found at Areacad , which allow you to regulate the temperature and prevent thermal shocks that could damage paintings and furniture.
Maintain a constant temperature in sensitive areas, such as those with wooden furniture or canvas paintings.

7. Raise pictures and furniture off the floor

Avoiding direct contact with wet walls or floors is key to preventing damage.

How to do it:

Hang pictures leaving a space of at least 5 cm between the wall and the canvas.
Use raised furniture bases, such as plastic or metal legs, to reduce the risk of moisture absorption.

In our store, you'll find decorative options designed specifically for this purpose.

8. Apply protective products to paintings and furniture

Applying specialized products extends the life of your parts.

9. Conduct periodic reviews

Take the time to check your paintings and furniture for early signs of moisture, such as stains, warping, or mold.

Practical tips:

Clean the paintings regularly with a soft cloth, avoiding aggressive products, gentle cleaning products, such as Brite Guard Clean Art , which remove residue without damaging surfaces.
Inspect furniture bases and areas of contact with walls, to prevent moisture build-up.
If you notice any problems, act quickly to prevent further damage.

10. Adapt the decoration to the environment

If the area is prone to moisture, choose decorative elements that are less susceptible to deterioration.

Goyart's ideas:

Use frames with modern and durable finishes, ideal for humid environments.
Opt for furniture made of durable materials, such as lacquered metal or treated wood.

Conclusion

At Goyart, we've been experts in decorative paintings and interior design for over three decades. Our experience allows us to offer you the highest quality products that adapt to any environment, even the most demanding.

If you're looking to protect your paintings and furniture, or simply want to update your home decor with the latest trends, visit our online store. You'll find a wide variety of options designed to combine style and functionality.

With these tips and products, protecting your paintings and furniture from condensation will be much easier. At Goyart , we offer durable decorative pieces with high-quality finishes to suit any environment, even the most demanding.

Explore our store and find decorative solutions that combine design and functionality. Your home and your decorative items will always be in top condition.

Discover the art of decorating with Goyart and protect what you love!

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How to protect your paintings and furniture from moisture: Goyart's tips