Washing & Drying

Washing Drying

Washing

Washing neutralizes and removes the clearing solutions.  Washing is now considered part of the clearing process and is described in that section.

Note: Thicker, stiffer papers or fabric may be placed in a print washer.  This
           will actually wash them better.  But, make sure that there is no residual
           negative chemistry in the washer or stains may result.  Thin papers
           which might fold should be washed in a tray.

Note: The image on paper is much more susceptible to scratching when
           wet.  Therefore, do not touch the image area and keep the print image
           side up.

Note:  Some papers float.  It this is the case place face down or use a cover
            in the print washer.  If face down, check that no air bubbles are
            trapped on the paper surface.

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Drying

Lift from wash water, drain, and

If a thin or fragile paper, place face up on a drying screen.

 

If a strong paper or fabric, Hang by clips on a line.

Note: The thicker papers will dry much better if hung.

Note: Be careful not to bend paper, especially the thinner papers.  This may
           produce a permanent crease in the print.

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