Susan Slobac is an avid photographer.Susan believes a picture frame is more than just fashion; it's a safeguard for something you love. In this article Susan talks about-- uncut mat board.
If you are into fine art photography and do your own framing of your pictures, then you know that using an appropriate mat board with your pictures is essential to achieving the finished look you want for your artwork. While mat board is available precut, meaning that there is a window in the center of the board through which your artwork is displayed, uncut mat board is also available.
Uncut mat board, also known as sheet mat board or bulk mat board, is the perfect choice for those artists who prefer to cut their own mats. Another common use for uncut mat boards is when artists choose these mat board sheets for mounting their artwork. Either way, the uncut mat boards allow for great customization of your framing supplies so you can get the look you want for your custom-sized framing jobs.
You will find bulk mat board available in several different varieties. Sheet mat board can be found in non-archival as well as archival qualities. Non-archival uncut mat board is perfect for ordinary framing tasks where the longevity of the artwork is not at risk. Non-archival quality mat board sheet are also less expensive than archival quality mats. Archival mat is an acid-free product that is used to protect the surface of your artwork from yellowing and fading that can occur when the art is exposed to air-born pollutants. Archival mat is also bleed and fade resistant.
Mat board sheets are available in non-archival quality in a wide array of colors. These can be used to color-coordinate with the artwork inside the frame effectively. A more classic look can be achieved with conservation-quality mat board, which comes in white, off-white and black.
Uncut mat board also comes in different thicknesses. Typical thicknesses range from one-sixteenth of an inch to one-eighth of an inch. How thick the matboard is can be important, because the mat is used to separate the top surface of the artwork from the glazing. If the artwork were to be exposed to moisture, that moisture can condense on the glazing, which can touch the surface of the artwork and discolor it. If there is a pocket of air between the two, that air circulation helps to keep the surface of your artwork well preserved. Thick mat board sheets can be the starting point for a custom-cut mat to use with your fine art photographs and other artwork.
Professional framers keep a supply of uncut mat boards on hand so that they are prepared for any framing project.
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