Photo storing question

[JoeyF1981]

I currently have my vintage photos in a acid free photo album but I was wondering if I should use some kind of backing to support the photo or just put in there without it?

[perezfan]

I prefer backing support. It just gives me a greater sense of security against potential bending, creasing, cracking, etc.

[JoeyF1981]

What kind of backing do u recommend

[perezfan]

I just use extra scraps of mats (leftover from framing projects). It should be non-acidic, but others on the board here can probably recommend what specific type of backing is best. I'm not nearly as anal/obsessive about it as some seem to be.

When I receive photos from Henry Yee and other sellers, it just seems to be that smooth white type of cardboard (placed inside of a plastic sleve). Sorry, that's all I've got

[Smanzari]

I use CardStock Paper from Walmart to back my signed photos in albums. Not too clunky and I feel like it adds alot more protection. I think you can get a 200 pack for like $5...

[billyb]

Joey,
I posted the same question on 8-11, and got a few good responses. It is now on Pg10 of this site if you want to check out those responses.