How do I unstick a rolled photo-paper poster?

[twint9]

I hope someone can help. I have an 11x17 signed photo that has been rolled in a tube for many years. I just tried to unroll it an it has stuck together in a few spots. It is printed on Kodak Endura paper.

Any ideas on what I can do to be able to unroll it without damaging the image?

Thanks!

[BiffPow]

I’ve heard of two of these methods: freezing and low setting hair dryer. Never tried them. Here’s the article:

https://imagerestorationcenter.com/old- ... -together/

[twint9]

Thanks for this! I will try the freezer method first. Fingers crossed!

[twint9]

Thanks for this! I will try the freezer method first. Fingers crossed!

[BiffPow]

Good luck! Hope it works.

[AndyFish]

Tubes are the enemy of the collectible!
Depending on what's causing the sticking (best case its the signature worst case its the print image itself), I agree with gentle heat-- but gradual gentle heat. Don't rush it, don't force it.
Let us know how you make out.

[twint9]

So I put it in the freezer and was able to gently pry it apart using a blunt letter opener. There was no paper loss but some discoloration on the photo where it had been stuck. Overall not too bad. Thanks for the suggestions!

[BiffPow]

So I put it in the freezer and was able to gently pry it apart using a blunt letter opener. There was no paper loss but some discoloration on the photo where it had been stuck. Overall not too bad. Thanks for the suggestions!

Glad that worked out.

[rsaffle]

So I put it in the freezer and was able to gently pry it apart using a blunt letter opener. There was no paper loss but some discoloration on the photo where it had been stuck. Overall not too bad. Thanks for the suggestions!

Whose autograph, is it? Glad it worked out.

[twint9]

Hockey player, Luc Robitaille

[twint9]

Hockey player, Luc Robitaille