Quick Tip Tuesday: Ever wonder what the best way to store your gel plates really is? I’ve tested a few options over the years, and this method keeps mine clean, smooth, and ready to use.
It’s confusing, isn’t it? The manufacturer says one thing on the packaging and something a little different on their website. And honestly, the instructions could be clearer. Keep the film? Toss it? What kind of paper actually works best to protect the plates?
Here’s a quick video showing what I do to keep my plates happy between printing sessions.
Of course, there’s more than one right answer. Do you do something different to protect and store your plates when not in use? I’d love to hear it!
From my Crooked Little Studio to yours,
Diana 💕
Diana 💕
I think I'm going to try something new now. I'm going to really oil the plate up like crazy and try some wet strength tissue instead of copy paper. In theory it would seem to absorb less and protect as well. I mean, the only protection any paper provides is pretty minimal anyway.
What I don't understand is the grunge lovers who leave paint on the plate all the time. I love grunge, too, so I guess as long as all they ever do is grungy prints they wouldn't care about pits or bubbles...? I've considered keeping one side pristine and letting the other go crazy. 😂
By the way, I love just about everything you post or do! ❤️
Do you ever work with your plate on plexi? I like to turn my plate around now and then to see what it looks like underneath, but it’s difficult with the air bubbles.
I leave one side of the plastic on my plate so it is always protected, and if I damage the side I use, I have a pristine side to switch to.