Flaking Paint: Immediate Conservation to Prevent Permanent Loss
Flaking Paint on a Painting – Stabilization and Conservation for Paint Loss
When you see small chips, cracks, or raised paint on a painting, this is a sign of active flaking. This means the paint layers are lifting—and unless treated quickly, may detach permanently.
Why It Matters:
Flaking is an urgent issue. Once paint is lost, it can’t be fully recovered. In institutional and private collections alike, this kind of damage affects an artwork’s integrity, exhibition potential, and appraised value.
How We Help:
Our conservators use magnification and reversible adhesives to carefully re-adhere flaking areas, stabilize the surface, and prevent further loss. We avoid over-treatment and use materials compatible with the artwork’s age and media.
What to Expect:
Before transporting the artwork, it may be necessary to ensure that flaking paint is stabilized to prevent additional damage during transit.
Why Choose Us?
Emergency stabilization when required
Precision treatment using conservation-appropriate adhesives
No unnecessary retouching—just safe, ethical intervention
Full treatment records and recommendations for future care