Make & keep
Use a photo strip copy on a magnetic board
Make a replaceable everyday display.
A kitchen or workspace display is a good place for a copy that can survive ordinary handling.
Keep the original out of the craft
Print a reproduction and test its size on the board. Avoid positioning it where moisture, cooking splashes or strong direct light regularly reach it. Place holders at the border so they do not obscure faces. Keep small magnets away from children and follow the product’s safety guidance.
Plan for replacement
Save the export and note the print settings that worked. If you laminate or attach the copy to a backing, treat that as an expendable craft decision rather than an archival treatment. Preserve the untouched scan and original strip separately so damage to the display does not erase the portrait.
Evidence: Preservation guidance
Sources & further reading
Sources for the specific facts and product descriptions above. Our worked examples, interpretations and practical suggestions are original editorial guidance.
- US National Archives — storing family archivesPreservation guidance