PHOTO SCANNING AND VIDEO DIGITIZING - WHY NOW?

Why Digitizing Matters

 

​Your memories are stored on materials that change, fade, and break down over time. Digitizing protects them before that loss becomes permanent.

 

Video Tapes Deteriorate 

 

All video tapes regardless of format share one thing in common: they are magnetic media. Over time magnetic partials naturally lose their charge and demagnetization can accelerate if they are stored near a magnetic source (loudspeaker, VCR, etc.). There have been numerous research studies done on the longevity of magnetic tape and the findings are… it depends.

 

High quality tapes in cool dry storage can last up to 25 year with a 20% loss (20% loss is very noticeable, yet still viewable). Low quality tapes stored in not ideal conditions may experience a 20% loss in 10 years.

 

Pictures fade

 

The surface on which the print is made relies on a number of chemicals and chemical reactions to create the dyes at the time of processing. It is the combination of dyes typically, cyan (blue), magenta (red), and yellow that creates the final colors we see in a color photo. Unfortunately, these dyes, that is, these chemical reactions are inherently unstable. In fact, they begin to degrade as soon as the photo is printed. And light hitting a photo accelerates this process.

 

Typically, there are two effects: a loss of detail in general, particularly in the highlights, and a color shift. As the magenta dye is most unstable when exposed to light, compared to the other two dyes, the result is a photo that can shift to a slightly greenish cast. Typically there will be significant fading of color prints in the 10 to 15 year timeframe.

 

Film Deterioration

 

8mm film is susceptible to the same color fading as photos and is generally faster than in photos. Another concern with 8mm film is called “vinegar syndrome” which is a chemical reaction that produces acetic acid on the surface that actually smells like vinegar. The chemical reaction is triggered by heat and moisture and can onset as early as 25 years and causes the tape to become brittle. 

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The Good News – They Can Still Be Saved

 

While aging and damage are unavoidable, many photographs, slides, films, and videotapes can still be preserved when digitized in time.

 

Our professional photo scanning and video digitizing services are designed to capture every possible detail before further deterioration happens. Once converted, your memories become safe, easy to view, and simple to share with family.

 

You can learn more about the full range of services we offer, explore real restoration results, or read reviews from families who trusted us with their history.

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Protect Your Memories Before It’s Too Late!

 

Disasters can happen without warning, and aging media continues to decline every year.
Digitizing now ensures your photos and videos are safe no matter what the future brings.

 

Call Steve today:

📞: (832) 408-1624
📩: memories4ever2u@gmail.com

 

The Unthinkable

 

As we have witnessed all too often flood and fire can strike at any time without warning.

Enjoying the Memories

How long has it been since you and your loved ones have looked at your videos and old pictures? 

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Why Families Choose Us

 

Your memories are handled locally in Sugar Land with personal care and attention. Many customers appreciate being able to speak directly with the person doing the work. See why people continue to choose us for preserving their most important moments.