Repair torn canvas print?

You should be able to use an acid-free glue to reattach the canvas that has lifted.

The good news is this is repairable!

Here's a link that will talk you through it:

https://www.artistsandillustrators.co.uk/how-to/oil-painting/how-to-fix-a-torn-canvas/

You will probably have to remove the staples around the area of the tear to do the repair.

here are a couple ideas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoP8w6S8VgI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YgDWPOmOKs

Finally, a word on adhesives. There are several options for applying your patch. Rabbit-skin glue was the traditional choice of the Old Masters. The glue often comes in pellet form and needs to be dissolved in hot water before application. As a size, it is not very stable and will shrink and swell with varying levels of humidity. Traditionalists like to use this glue as its use has been well documented throughout the ages.

The other option is PVA. PVA resins are a relatively new material. As the water within the glue evaporates when drying, the resin particles move closer together forming a continuous film. Quality varies, so it is a good idea to go with an artists’ quality brand. I used PVA Bond, which has good stability and does not yellow.

You will have to remove the staples, but you can also buy a smaller frame and re-staple if the glue does not hold.

How to Repair a Tear in a Canvas Painting

Never fear, your torn painting is salvageable

https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/repair-a-tear-in-a-canvas-2578842

Hi Alison, you can definitely fix those little tears. It's best to use glue that archival if the painting is worth something. Here's the one I always use - https://www.amazon.com/Lineco-Neutral-pH-Polyvinyl-Adhesive/dp/B0016ZWEDY. I would also glue a board on the back of the canvas to prevent further tears.

My brother in law worked at a framing shop for years and they would normally add a new canvas binding around all 4 sides when they had this issue. According to him, once it happens in 1 place it is most likely to happen on others as well.

Use Medical tape used to hold cottonwall in place after injections etc. Can't think of name right now, but it comes in a roll and is invisible when in place or can be painted over to discuise. Also available from /craft shops where they sell Eggery Craft Items.

I would use something like Aleene's Liquid Fusion and glue down the parts that were torn. I don't think its a lost cause!

Hello again, The Tape is called "Micropore" (Surgical Synthetic Adhesive Tape) and comes in different widths made by 3MHealth Care Ltd. Suggested size might be : 50mm x 5m. Hope that helps

I would take to a frame shop. They can properly mount it so it is protected

Just pull it back staple it to frame

I would carefully staple the larger part back down then find a glue that won't harm the material or wood frame for the smaller part on the right, then a couple more staples. Check with an art supply store or conservator for tips on what type of adhesive to use, but use it judiciously.

Hi Alison, hope this helps you out,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNCOxllC2cY

https://emptyeasel.com/2012/01/17/5-tips-for-professionally-finishing-the-canvas-edges-of-your-paintings/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hx-Ifo8NvR4