Susan Slobac is an avid photographer. Susan believes a picture frame is more than just fashion; it's a safeguard for something you love.
Quality matboard. Professional framing adds that finishing touch to your prized artwork. Whether paintings or photographs, the art framing supplies that you choose will have an impact not only on the overall look of the piece but also in the preservation of the artwork.
In terms of frames, you can select from ready made picture frames and custom picture frames. Paintings are often best featured in custom wood picture frames chosen with wood color and design in mind to enhance the artwork within. Frames can be made out of different types of moldings, which offer an ornate edge to the picture. Matboard in different colors can be layered on top of the piece of art, bringing out complementary or contrasting colors in the piece. Photographs are set off effectively through the use of slender metal frames with a substantial white matboard.
Professional framing will also take into consideration the appropriate type of glazing for the artwork. Because ultra violet light can fade artwork over time, different types of acrylic glazing come with ultra violet filters and glare-reducing features. For durability, glass is often also used as glazing, but because it tends to have a greenish tinge in its coloring, it might not be the best choice for your particular piece of artwork.
If framing will be held to conservation standards, your professional framer will use art framing supplies that contain no acids. This is important, because when moisture combines with pollution and dirt, it can form damaging acids that can mar the finish of your artwork. Art framing supplies such as acid-free mounting materials, mount board and mat board can help to prolong the beauty of your artwork. Mat board is used to provide a little air space between the artwork and the glazing, and can help prevent moisture buildup in a frame.
If keeping the artwork at prime levels of conservation for long periods of time is a consideration, many times professional framing technicians will choose non-permanent attachments of the art to the mount board. This makes removal for cleaning easier, and it discourages the discoloration that can occur where hinging materials make contact with the art.
Professional framing is the best choice when you are wanting to preserve a valuable or historic piece of art. It is also a great idea to utilize this service when the art in question cannot be replicated easily, such as wedding pictures. The highest-quality art framing supplies will be used to keep your artwork looking its finest for years to come.
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