Autograph display question

[Maddog]

interesting thing about the UV cubes is that they only last a few years. After that they actually loose the protection. I was shocked when a dealer told me about that. I still pay the extra buck or so to get them and still box them away

[tazdmb]

Were the cubes they were originally in when faded UV Protection Cubes? I keep all my signed baseballs in UltraPro UV cases, inside a UV Protected Display case in my basement that has a little natural light coming through frost covered windows.

Now you got my all scared they will fade.

[mr2686]

I don't think you need to worry. This is from an article on UV cubes/protection:
For the average use by collectors (store/home lighting), and taking into account the low-UV lighting, the UV protection should last a lifetime. The life span for harsh sun is 2-3 years. However, this is not recommended and is almost never how these products are used.

[HRBAKER]

This is the primary reason I don't collect signed baseballs.

[Maddog]

Originally Posted by tazdmb

Were the cubes they were originally in when faded UV Protection Cubes? I keep all my signed baseballs in UltraPro UV cases, inside a UV Protected Display case in my basement that has a little natural light coming through frost covered windows.

Now you got my all scared they will fade.

Let me explain before I get more people scared:0
The ones on my bookcase away from sunlight were in regular cubes.
Once I noticed the change I changed to the UV cubes, that's when I was told that they give more protection but they are not a cure all. They lose their effectiveness in 2-3 years if kept in light.
From everything I ever read or discussed with others the ONLY solution is to keep all baseballs away from ANY light source.
Of course if you want to display them, I would suggest an enclosed cabinet that can be opened for show and then closed.
now that I'M scared, it's time to check the closet to see if all is well

[cottnat]

I have my baseballs in home plate display cases from sfdisplays (ebay seller and they also have a website). I have two 43 baseball cases filled, and probably could get a 3rd now. I have them in my office room where the light is usually off (I don't usually work from home). I also have them on the same wall as the window, so they get no sunlight directly on them. The cases are a great deal at $90 delivered or so and have UV protected glass and a lock. They display great. I haven't noticed any fading or conditions of the baseballs getting worse since I have had them in there and its probably been two years. If I can't display my collection, I guess it's hardly worth having them, but maybe that's just me.