The Framing Process
The Framing Process
Tracey, our Guild Commended Framer, takes us through the process of framing your art
When I get a piece of art to frame I take into account how you want it displayed – the mattes you’ve chosen, if you want it “floated” and the type of frame you want – and then I can best establish how to mount the piece without damaging it, yet making sure it’s properly secured.
Not only must it not touch the glass, but it must also be protected from the acidic backboard (there is still no acid free alternative to good old MDF that will do the job properly). As a rule the mounting will protect the piece, failing that a clever use of spacers ensures the arts safety and longevity.
Once the art has been mounted I have to prepare the frame. Every single frame that comes out of my workshop is hand-cut and assembled. Each and every one is tailored to the piece it has house. It’s a precise and exacting skill to make sure you have a perfect fit.
Before fitting up to the frame the mounting containing the art is sandwiched between the glass and backboard, all the time using an air jet to ensure that no dust or dirt is caught in-between.
When this is prepared, the glass art and back are stapled into the frame and then taped up using a gum tape to seal it.
At every single step, from cutting the mount, to assembling the frame, to fitting everything together, every care is taken to protect the art and give it the best possible framing that will not only ensure its long life, but will look fantastic on your wall.
