Old photos have the value of historical documents that truly record history and reflect the social outlook at that time;

Old photos reflect the development history of photography. With the development of photography history, the carrier of photos has gradually changed.

Old photos have hidden artistic value and give people visual enjoyment, which is also a visual art.

Precautions for saving old photos:

(1) To preserve the photographic collection, it is best to put it in a high-quality sealable plastic box. Make sure that this plastic does not contain PVC (polyvinyl chloride), because this material is easy to make mistakes and may damage the photos inside;

(2) Buying the most advanced negatives on the market and adopting the most advanced printing procedures, the fast service and affordable price of the printing shop are really attractive, but in order to make important old photos immortal, you can't be lazy;

(3) Insert soft and smooth acid-proof paper between photos, and add appropriate labels on the outside of the box, which can not only keep the photo collection orderly, but also help prevent unnecessary movement;

(4) Whether you store old photos in boxes or photo albums, you should pay attention to high temperature and humidity and avoid putting them in garages, basements and attics. The main basement or under the bed is a good choice;

(5) If you prefer to use photo albums, avoid photo albums with transparent plastic pages and magnets. The glue inside will turn yellow with time, and then it may leave traces on old photos. They may also stick the photos too tightly, and it will inevitably cause damage if they are removed.

(6) Replacing old photos with new books will help to prevent the old books from being further damaged;

(7) Don't let the glass touch the old photos when they are framed. Old photos may stick to the glass, especially in wet weather, which is likely to cause irreparable damage.