FAQ

Q: Will you install art into my Ikea frame?

A:  Sorry –but no. Ikea frames and some other pre-packaged frames as such are made for do-it-yourself-ers (DIY). The materials are usually quite poor and made with very specific applications in mind– and often cannot be easily modified. We do not recommend them in general and unfortunately will not work with them.

Q: Why does custom framing seem so costly?

A:  Simply put, quality craftsmanship should be appropriately compensated. While the term “framing” covers a broad field, the highest aspect of the craft  would be specified as quality custom picture framing. The best picture framing takes time and a fair measure of experience by skilled craftspeople, utilizing specialized production equipment and tools to insure the best results. By way of comparison, one may have had the experience of purchasing a standard-size frame — “popping” their art into the frame and saying “job done.” The end results of high-quality custom framing is a presentation that more aestheticially harmonious as well as art that is as best preserved as possible.

Q: Why does my artwork appear to be wavy or rippled in its 
frame, and what –if anything– can be done about it?

A:  Fact: art on paper is highly susceptible to the environment in which it resides. Paper that has not been permanently mounted to an additional, more rigid substrate (ie: board material such as foam-core board) can be affected by the general environment typically found in one’s home. Normal, seasonal humidity may contribute to compromise overall flatness of paper. Also, art created with wet media (for ex. watercolor paint on paper) will often cause paper to become rippled when proper preventative techniques were not followed. In some cases, art may be mounted to a substrate (board). In other cases, wherein value may be compromised, art may possibly be safely flattened. While it might be acceptable to mount inexpensive art such as posters, it is not always recommended for highly valuable or irreplaceable art.

Our staff can assess your art to determine the best course of action. For more information, please feel free to read our downloadable pdf file for more information regarding flatness issues.

Q: Do you frame art in “clip” frames or do you offer any other type of “frame-less” presentation treatments?

A: We do not frame art in any type of “clip” frame. We feel that it is a poor framing solution and is best left to people who prefer DIY solutions. “Frame-less” frames are unfortunately not a possible reality within the context of quality custom framing. 

Q: Do you offer any in-home art hanging services?

A: We do not offer any hanging services at this time but we can recommend an independent contractor with whom we’ve done business. Otherwise, we would suggest looking online for art handlers who might be able to help. Contact us for a referral.

Q: Is it possible to frame a large (ex. 24 x 36 in)
poster or print inexpensively?

A: We feel that in order to provide a structurally sound framing solution, as well as a frame that will best protect art for a lifetime, we will only offer the very best solutions. Unfortunately the costs of materials and the labor involved in framing larger artworks, do tend to be exponentially more costly. We refuse to compromise the integrity of our work with “cheap “materials or provide an ineffective frame structure that would eventually fail before its time. 

Q: Do you give volume discounts?

A: Discounts are not regularly given. However, certain
conditions may open up this option for negotiation.

Q: Do you offer any ready made frames?

A: We offer a selection of very good quality ready made frames.
They are available in several standard sizes: 8”x 10”, 8  ½”x 11”, 11″ x 14″, 16″ x 20″ and 18″ x 24.” See our products here.

Q: Do you pickup and deliver?                                         

A: For an extra charge we can arrange for a third-party service to pickup and/ or deliver your artwork. Some conditions may apply (contact us for details).