The Challenge
- To protect rare books from dust and ultra-violet light while offering an optimal viewing experience.
The Solution
Optium Museum Acrylic®
Anti-reflective
Allows viewers to see the books rather than distracting reflections.
Acrylic is half the weight of glass and shatter resistant
Safeguards against injury and damage to artwork and visitors.
Anti-static protection exceeds that of glass
Immediately eliminates static charge. Makes for safer, easier framing and less cleaning.
Abrasion resistant
A durable hard coat protects against scratches from cleaning and general exposure to the public.
99% UV blocking
Protects the rare books from the most damaging light wavelengths, helping prevent fading and degradation.
The Work
Beginning in June 2010, The Morgan Library & Museum’s iconic J. Pierpont Morgan’s Library underwent the most extensive restoration of its interior spaces in its history, including the replacement of old acrylic on book cabinet doors with Optium Museum Acrylic®. The building, designed by the firm of McKim, Mead & White, was once the private study and library of financier Pierpont Morgan. It is considered one of New York’s great architectural treasures, and its interiors are regarded as some of the most beautiful in America. The building reopened October 30, 2010.
More Info
- See a video featuring the replacement of old acrylic in the book cases with Optium Museum Acrylic®.
- For more information about the renovation project, visit here.
- Fabricator: Grewe Plastics & Displays