Unrolling: Don't unroll the backdrop on a bare floor, use a plastic dropcloth or seamless paper.

Hanging: Using at least two people, the best way to hang the backdrop is to use 2 polecats and a crossbar. For backdrops wider than 10' use a center support with a sturdy crossbar such as a 2" x 4" (which comes along as 16' and can be extended with the use of angle irons).

Clamps: Use spring clamps with rubber tips. If there are none, place a peice of cloth around the tip. Place clamps every 2'. Do not use "C" clamps, they can damage the painting.

Stapling: Backdrops can be stapled to walls made with a wallboard. Do not use staplers over 3/8" or hammer type guns and staple only on the edges. All staples should be removed before re-rolling. Do not use gaffers tape to secure backdrop.

Using Only A Section: To avoid making a crease in the backdrop when using only a portion of it, place a cyliner inside the fold (you may use the one the backdrop came with).

Care: The backdrops can be vacuumed or swept with a clean brush. Avoid walking on them with shoes. Remove spills quickly with a damp sponge or absorbent towels. To remove any wrinkles or creases the backdrops can be steamed or ironed from the reverse side of the painting. Please contact our studio for additional information.

Wrap Up: Lower the backdrop onto a clean floor. Have a third person to lift the bottom to avoid wrinkling. Remove all remnants of props, dirt and staples if used. Tape backdrop onto cylinder leaving equal amounts of space both ends and roll canvas as evenly as possible. Place backdrop in canvas sack.