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Learning Articles

Foundational knowledge for digital restoration

Explore key learning articles addressing real-world restoration challenges, highlighting how PFClean can be used to solve common issues in digital restoration projects.

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PFClean Hardware Guide

Maximize PFClean’s performance with our 2026 hardware guide. Discover why the M4 Pro Mac Mini outperforms workstations costing 10x more, and explore recommended configurations for macOS, Windows, and Linux restoration workflows.

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Understanding Film Grain in Digital Restoration

Preserving film grain is vital for authentic digital restoration. Learn the mechanics of grain vs. digital noise, and how artists use PFClean to balance visual clarity with the organic texture of classic cinema.

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The Importance of Film Stabilisation in Restoration

Identifying and correcting film stabilisation issues can be tricky; this article examines common problems and helpful fixes.

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Film Fade-In Restoration: Preserving Our Cinematic Past

Whether it’s a silent classic or a mid-century masterpiece, fading film stock affects archives, broadcasters, and collectors alike.

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Identifying Common Tape Defects: Restoring Our Recorded Heritage

Many tape faults are fixable;here are major faults and tips on using PFClean’s Telerack and Workbench to remove artefacts.

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Colour-management for film & video restoration in PFClean

In this article, we will briefly examine what a colour-managed workflow is, why you should use a colour managed workflow.

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Film Fundamentals: How to Identify Different Types

Learn to identify common amateur and professional film formats, using 35mm as a reference guide for restoration projects.

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Want to expand your skills or talk through what you’ve learned in our tutorials? Join the PFClean Support Community to ask questions, share insights, and get expert tips from fellow users and our team on film and video restoration techniques.

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