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<div class="eyebrow">Editorial · care · Studio Modigliani</div>
<h1>Care & installation</h1>
<p>Behold, the artistry of the 1900s-era tapestry, a relic of decadence and craftsmanship, now reborn upon your walls. To honor its legacy, one must approach its installation and preservation with the solemnity of a ritual, the precision of a master artisan, and the reverence of a connoisseur. This guide unveils the sacred rites required to enshrine these textiles within your domain, ensuring their splendor endures for generations.</p>
<h2>Substrate Preparation: The Foundation of Eternity</h2>
<p>The wall’s surface must be a canvas of absolute purity, devoid of dust, grease, or prior adhesives. Scrape, sand, and smooth with a fine-grit abrasive to create a plane as even as a marble floor. Apply a primer of lime-based solution or a water-resistant barrier to prevent moisture from seeping through the pores of the wall, which might otherwise unravel the fibers of the textile in time.</p>
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<li>Inspect for cracks or bulges; mend with a putty knife and joint compound.</li>
<li>Ensure the surface is dry to the touch, with no residual moisture.</li>
<li>Use a primer that bonds with both the wall and the paper backing of the textile.</li>
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<h2>Paste Selection: The Alchemy of Adhesion</h2>
<p>Only a paste of wheat or wheat-based starch may be employed, its viscosity calibrated to the thickness of the textile’s backing. Modern synthetic adhesives, though efficient, lack the breathability and historical fidelity required to preserve the integrity of these artifacts. Mix the paste to a consistency akin to thick cream, neither too thin to sag nor too dense to obscure the pattern’s detail.</p>
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<li>Apply paste in a grid of small squares, not a continuous coat, to prevent warping.</li>
<li>Work swiftly, for the paste dries rapidly and may leave a ghostly residue.</li>
<li>Use a brush with fine bristles to avoid marring the surface.</li>
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<h2>Seam Handling: The Dance of Precision</h2>
<p>Seams must be aligned with the precision of a clockmaker, each joint a silent ode to the textile’s grandeur. Overlap seams by no more than 1/4 inch, pressing them flat with a weighted roller to ensure they lie as if fused by time itself. Avoid staples or nails; let the paste bind the edges, as the original artisans intended.</p>
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<li>Use a seam roller with a heavy, smooth surface to compress the join.</li>
<li>Trim excess paper with a sharp utility knife, angling cuts to conceal the edge.</li>
<li>Reinforce seams with a second layer of paste, applied sparingly.</li>
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<h2>Cleaning: The Ritual of Maintenance</h2>
<p>Clean with the gentleness of a whisper, using a soft sponge and a solution of distilled water and a mild soap. Wipe in the direction of the pattern’s flow, never against it, to avoid fraying the fibers. Avoid direct contact with any liquid; a damp cloth is sufficient, and it must be wrung out until it drips not at all.</p>
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<li>For stubborn stains, apply a diluted vinegar solution, then rinse with clean water.</li>
<li>Never use abrasive sponges, harsh chemicals, or steam cleaners.</li>
<li>Buff the surface with a dry microfiber cloth to restore its luster.</li>
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<h2>Light Exposure: The Shadow
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