The terms “archival,” “preservation,” and “conservation” are used interchangeably in picture framing to refer to framing that gives artwork the highest level of protection possible. In professional framing, this type of framing is recommended for all valued artwork, whether the value is monetary, historical, or emotional. Criteria for Conservation Framing All of the materials used…
DetailsBy today’s standards a room is not completely decorated until at least one picture is hung on the wall. The tremendous increase in the number of people studying art, the sale of prints and originals – even the popularity of the do-it-yourself picture kits – all confirm the fact that people today want pictures to…
DetailsMatting is a border that surrounds and supports artwork. It is sometimes called a “window mat” because the border is created by cutting an opening in a piece of board. This opening may be a circle, oval, octagon, or other shape, but most often it is a rectangle. A mat may be made from various…
DetailsWhen picture framers use the word “board,” they are usually referring to various types of paper board sheets. Matboard is a type of paper board made specifically for picture framing. There are two main types of construction. The most common is made of layers of paper, with a color sheet attached to the top and…
DetailsPhysical structure is an important part of the right frame for each project, but it is the vast variety of available styles that makes the visual aspect of choosing frames so interesting and fun. A frame may be rustic, formal, ornate, playful, or contemporary. The finish might be rough, smooth, gilded, or shiny. By combining…
DetailsPicture framing is a time-honored profession, as well as a popular hobby. Decorating the walls with framed pictures is such an essential part of home decor that rooms usually look bare and deserted without some kind of art hanging in them. The inspiration for the first frames around pictures (decorative borders painted around wall paintings)…
DetailsAre you looking for a way to decorate your home and give it that personal touch? Displaying a group of photos in a collage picture frame is a great way to brighten up a room and keep those good memories alive. Instead of being hidden away in a scrapbook or photo album, your family snapshots…
DetailsYou might not require purchasing cheap picture frames every day, but you still need then often in order to frame that poster, photo or art for your house wall. You can get the best deal on frames if you have knowledge about framing and where you can get the best. In the modern days it…
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