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Sort the Photo Pile – And Frame or Canvas a Favourite

Now the days have draw in and become quite short maybe it feels like the right moment to pause, sort, and bring treasured memories back into focus.

Perhaps now is the time to finally restore that photo you’ve been holding onto and give it the place it deserves in a frame or on canvas.

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Can’t decide between a canvas print or a traditional framed print? Our floating frame canvas prints offer the best of both worlds. Your canvas sits within a frame so it appears to float, giving a subtle depth and modern feel. You can choose a a frame in black, white, or natural wood – an easy way to display your photos beautifully without committing to one style or the other.

It’s also a good moment to check the frames you already have. Photos pressed against glass can sometimes stick, fade, or become damaged over time – and the longer it goes, the trickier it can be to restore them fully.

Our frames are built to last, using  shatter-resistant acrylic plates instead of traditional glass. They’re clearer, lighter, and far safer for preserving your precious photographs.

 

Enjoyed the Sun Lately? Your Photos Might Not Have…

We’ve had a run of glorious sunshine last month – and while it’s changed a little this week, your photos are probably grateful for it!

Sunny weather might lift the spirits, but it’s not always so kind to precious photographs, especially if they’re on display…

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Bright light and heat can quietly damage your photographs, especially those framed on walls or sitting near sunny windows. Over time, details fade, colours bleach out, and in some cases, images can disappear almost entirely.

So as things cool down a little for the winter, it might be the perfect moment to take a closer look at the photos you have on display. If they’re showing signs of fading or wear, now’s the time to act – before it really is too late.

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We can help you preserve and restore what’s there, so your memories stay clear for years to come. A little sunlight can do a lot of damage. Let’s make sure your memories don’t get lost in the glow.

Still Got a School Photo on the Fridge?

Many of us have those professional school photographs of our children out on display for many years.

The ones in the hallway. On the fridge. The ones you’ve kept tucked in a frame since they were five – even though they’re now twenty-five (or forty-five!).

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These little portraits are more than just a smile on a backdrop. They quietly record the passing of time. And they’re often some of the most looked-at photos in the house.

So if you’ve got an old school photo that’s starting to fade, or one that deserves to be displayed properly, NOW is the best time to get them restored back to their original condition.

Bring Your Old Photos to Life through Colour

 

Imagine seeing an old black-and-white photograph in a whole new way – brought to life in full colour. The past suddenly feels closer, the details more vivid, and the memories more real.

With our professional photo colourisation service, we can carefully restore and add natural, lifelike colour to your treasured photographs. Whether it’s a portrait of a loved one, a family gathering, or a piece of history, colourisation gives a new perspective to the moments that matter.

Why Colourise Your Photos?

✔ See details you’ve never noticed before
✔ Make your family history feel more real and connected
✔ Create a unique and meaningful gift for loved ones

Simply send us your photo, and we’ll take care of the rest.

 

That Special Photo?

Every family has those photos.
The ones everyone remembers. The ones that come out, again and again, at birthdays, anniversaries, get-togethers.

 

Maybe it’s one that makes everyone laugh.
Maybe it’s someone no longer here.
Maybe it’s just so unmistakably them, it’s become a kind of shorthand for your whole family.

 

 

We call these the “repeat favourites” – the photos that get talked about, passed around, printed for others, stuck to fridges, and pulled out of albums like old friends.

And if they’re looked at that often, they’re probably worth preserving properly.

If your favourite family photo is starting to fade, crack, or crease, we’d love to help you restore it so it lasts another lifetime.

Maybe not every photo needs restoring. But the ones we return to again and again?
Those are worth saving properly.

Can You Spot The Differences?

Below are two versions of the same photo – but look closer, and you’ll see we’ve made 4 subtle changes! Can you spot them all?

This is just for fun – a little photo challenge for the sharpest eyes out there and a nice way to show off what a difference detail can make!

Once They’re Gone, They’re Gone. Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

We all assume we have time.

Time to organise those old family photos, to sort through boxes of memories, to finally get them digitised. But life gets busy – and sometimes, the unexpected happens.

A recent customer of ours had always meant to get her late mother’s photo collection scanned and restored. The photos, passed down through generations, sat safely in boxes – until a house fire broke out in the very room where they were stored. She is now searching through ashes and rubble, trying to salvage what little she can. Most of the photographs are likely to be beyond repair. The slides have melted. What was once a priceless family archive is now damaged forever.

This isn’t the first time we’ve been contacted by someone after a disaster – when they realise their irreplaceable photos have suffered significant damage. While we’ll always do our very best to help and salvage as much as we can in these situations, the truth is, the best time to act is before something like this happens.

Add Natural Lifelike Colour to Your Photographs

Imagine seeing an old black-and-white photograph in a whole new way – brought to life in full colour. The past suddenly feels closer, the details more vivid, and the memories more real.

With our professional photo colourisation service, we can carefully restore and add natural, lifelike colour to your treasured photographs. Whether it’s a portrait of a loved one, a family gathering, or a piece of history, colourisation gives a new perspective to the moments that matter.

Photographs Forever Colourisation

Why Colourise Your Photos?

✔ See details you’ve never noticed before
✔ Make your family history feel more real and connected
✔ Create a unique and meaningful gift for loved ones

Simply send us your photo, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Low Quality Prints to High Quality Posters

We were asked to restore some poor quality retro prints and make them suitable to be used to become posters for a garage wall.

Here’s what we had to start

 

We took the original prints that were prints of folded old posters, restored them, and made large poster size prints

 

 

Questions About Your Photos? We’re Just a Phone Call Away!

In today’s world, it often feels harder than ever to get hold of someone on the phone. At Photographs Forever, we believe in doing things a little differently. Some might call us old-fashioned, but we think being available to speak directly with our customers is invaluable.

Every photo, enquiry, and customer is unique, and we know that you might want some reassurance before committing to send us your precious photos. Whether you need advice on our services or just want to chat about your specific requirements, we’re here for you every step of the way.

As a small, family team we love hearing from our customers and providing help and advice where we can. While we’re often busy restoring your photos or preparing your beautiful photobooks, we encourage you to leave us a message if we can’t answer right away. We promise to call you back as soon as we can.
So, if you have any questions, big or small, or simply need guidance, don’t hesitate to pick up the phone. Your memories are precious, and we’re here to make the process as easy and reassuring as possible.