Preventing Wrinkling and Warping of the Tuan Shan Face: Keeping Silk and Paper Flat

A tuan shan's beauty depends on a face that stays taut and flat, but silk and paper wrinkle and warp under humidity, tension, and time. Correct mounting tension plus controlled storage keeps the face mirror-smooth and prevents the warping that ruins a fan's appearance.

The Scenario: Three challenges in face flatness

Face wrinkle and warp prevention faces three challenges:

Pain Points

• Humidity swings make silk and paper expand and contract, causing wrinkles and warping;
• Uneven mounting tension pulls the face out of flat over time;
• Improper storage under weight or pressure creases the face permanently.

The Solution: Three flatness-preservation measures

Face preservation uses three measures:

1. Balanced mounting tension Mount the face at even tension so it stays taut without pulling out of flat.

2. Humidity-controlled storage Store in stable, moderate humidity to prevent expansion and contraction warping.

3. Flat, pressure-free storage Store fans flat and unweighted to avoid permanent creases and warp.

The Result: A face that stays smooth

With these measures, the face stays taut and mirror-smooth for years. Correct mounting and storage are the difference between a fan that ages gracefully and one that warps.