How do you flatten a curled photo booth strip?
Reviewed by Booth Beacon · Verified 2026-08-25
Quick Answer
To flatten a curled photo strip, place it in a DIY humidity chamber (a sealed plastic tub with a damp sponge beneath an elevated wire rack) for 1 to 2 hours until pliable, then press it between acid-free blotter paper under heavy books for 48 hours.
Full Answer
Gelatin emulsions naturally contract as they age and lose moisture, causing severe curling. Never bend the strip backward dry, which will crack the emulsion. Relax the gelatin in controlled humidity, then sandwich between acid-free boards under uniform weight.
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Evidence type: editorial · Confidence: High · Verified 2026-08-25
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