Photo albums with different formats for photos

It is customary to take photographs to create a family archive and capture memorable moments. Most people store them on their phones, but this is wrong, because the memory of the mobile can be erased and the photos will disappear forever. This is why people buy photo albums - a great method to save pictures and pass them on to posterity.

A photo album is a product designed for storing memorable pictures. This is not just a book gathering dust on the shelf, but a treasure trove of family history. Collecting photos is a time consuming but interesting process that will be a great activity for everyone in the household.

Photo albums vary in their formats. Of course, their choice is a matter of taste. But all multi-format products have their own characteristics that must be taken into account when buying. Photo albums can be classified into several varieties.

• Vertical... They come in any format. They are also called portrait, since they have a corresponding purpose. And also on the pages you can place several horizontal photos of small size.

• Horizontal... They are also called album. The most common, photographs are most often printed in this format.

• Square... The sizes of such products can be very different. They can accommodate several photographs of various formats, for example, 1 horizontal and 2 vertical. The larger the size of such an album, the more photos can be placed on one page.

The most common photo album formats are A4 and smaller.

Large items (from A3) are more expensive and take up more space.

You can purchase medium-sized models with a large number of sheets. The best choice would be a square product.

Large models (30x30 or 45x45 cm) can hold multiple images of any size.

Photo albums are made from special blanks, decorating them using various techniques:

• decoupage (drawings, ornaments are printed on sheets);

• distressing (scratches, darkening, abrasions are artificially made on the pages, visually "aging" them);

• stamping (adding stamps and applications to the album);

• journaling (interesting facts, descriptions, quotes are added to the sheets).

There are also ordinary photo albums with monochrome sheets. Moreover, they can differ in color: white, black, beige and others.

Photo albums differ in the way they are attached to the pages. The safety of images and ease of use of products depend on it.

The most common options. Pockets are attached to the sheets, in which pictures are put.

pros:

• ease of use;
• sheets are made of plastic or paper.

There are several downsides.

• Limited set of pocket sizes: 9x13, 10x15, 13x18, 15x20 cm. For photos of different formats, you will have to purchase several albums.
• Polyvinyl chloride, from which pockets are made, decomposes over time. This leads to the appearance of spots in the pictures.

They have a low cost, good appearance and a convenient fastening system. Album pages have a film with an adhesive surface, under which photographs are placed.

pros:

• several pictures can be placed on one sheet, the number depends on the page size;
• photos can be swapped or removed from the album at will.

Minuses:

• it is not recommended to use decorative elements in albums, they will increase the likelihood of pictures falling out;
• the film does not always lie flat on the photo, it bubbles;
• the adhesive surface of the sheets turns yellow over time, leaving stains on photographs.

The very first version of photo albums that remains popular to this day... Pictures are attached to the pages with special corners, double-sided tape or glue. Protective inserts are placed between the sheets to prevent contact of photographs and their deformation.

Pros:

• albums have an aesthetic appearance;
• inscriptions, clippings, decorative elements can be placed on paper sheets;
• a wide range of page styles;
• you can paste several photos of different formats.

There are also disadvantages. To make such an album look beautiful and not "empty", you will have to devote a lot of time to the design.

In addition to photo albums with ordinary sheets, there are also unusual solutions. Such models are made in several of the most common styles.

• European... The sheets are decorated in a restrained style, with a minimal amount of decoration.

• Shabby chic... Photo albums resemble old products, with characteristic abrasions and lace.

• American... The sheets have many decorative decorations.

Photo albums also differ in sheet material... Pockets are always made of polypropylene, and the base can be paper or plastic. Sheets are fastened by heat-sealing, stitching or metal rings.

To buy a photo album, you need to consider what photos it will be used for. Vertical products are suitable for wedding, prom or portrait shots. The format is selected in accordance with the stated dimensions of the photo.

Landscape photographs are most often placed in horizontal albums.

Old low-resolution photos or those printed from an instant camera are best placed in square albums.

For photo albums designed for a specific occasion, thin products with a small number of pages are chosen. For a family archive, it is better to prefer thick albums, or with sheets of A3 format.

And also stores offer a wide range of albums, decorated in a solemn style: wedding, graduation, travel and many others.

The safest for the safety of photos are classic paper models. Plastic and magnetic photo albums cause darkening or staining over time.

The lifespan of the album directly depends on the cover material. The most common is laminated cardboard. It is inexpensive and looks beautiful. Also, fabric covers from eco-leather are also common. They are unusual and will serve as a good gift. The most expensive and durable are genuine leather covers.

You can also make a photo album to order. It is perfect for an original gift. You can choose any style of design and material of the product. The main idea of ​​such an album is the presence of a plot, a solemn occasion.

A photo album is a great way to capture a family story or give a unique gift. When buying such a product, you need to build on all the tips above. This is the only way to find a photo album that will fully meet expectations.