Q: Is custom framing expensive?
This is a tough one to answer. If you are on a tight budget let us know as there are always a few cost saving tricks we can employ. Most small jobs start at around $100. For an A5 sized work framed with a mat around the edge is about $150 - $180. An A4 with the same treatment would be around $160 - $200 We frame sports jerseys from about $500 depending on size. The best way to get an accurate price is to call in and see the team with your piece and we can discuss some options.
Q: How long will my framing job take?
Most jobs can be turned around in a couple of weeks as we carry a large range of "stock mouldings" however if we are ordering in specific mouldings and mat boards for your precious work freight and shipping times can push the turn around out.
Q: Do I have to use glass on my picture?
There are times when you can get away without glass, we have our own spray booth and in some cases we can apply a protective film in place of glass. The reason we recommend glass is to keep the nasty wee flying critters off your work, while also serving as a protective barrier. Standard glass is very affordable and it is worth having.
Q: What is a mat or window mounting?
A mat is a cardboard border cut from special board, it sits on top of your picture and "frames it" this is also known as window mounting. It is a more traditional way of framing and works well with some paintings like water colours and certificates. The mat helps keep the art work off the glass as it creates a small air gap keeping condensation off your work.
Q: Spacers - what are they?
Spacers can be made from plastic, timber of mat board, they are strips of board which sit between the glass and your art work. they create an air gap which helps manage mould and condensation
Q: What glass options are there?
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Q: What are the brown marks on my old print?
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Q: Should my art work be glued down?
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Q: Why would I use conservation framing?
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Q: What sort of printing can you do?
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Q: I have some photos can you print them?
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