How To Frame A Canvas With Mat

I used 3 of my 4 ft pieces.

How to frame a canvas with mat. Instead add a linen liner to create the same transition from art to frame that mats do for pictures on paper. If you want to frame your canvas painting you can mount it on a stretcher and fit the stretcher inside a frame. But for canvas art mats don t work. You can mount smaller canvas paintings with mat board.

Choose one of our acid free pre cut mats or customize an uncut matboard. Lattice or 1 3 s or 1 2 s in the length of your canvas perimeter. In that case glazing is recommended to protect the mat board. Floating frames for canvas artwork.

Lay the frame down on a flat surface and place the canvas inside of the frame with the painted side down. We carry a wide selection of frame styles and sizes with options for many popular stretched canvas depths. These sleek frames create a magically suspended look that adds polish and depth to your art. Protective glazing usually isn t needed for oil or acrylic.

Mats are great with photos posters fine art prints diplomas or watercolors. Add elegance and protection when framing photos or artwork by adding a frame mat in a complementary color. Linen liners can be added to any linen liner compatible frame and to 3 4 framed stretched canvas. Before you frame a canvas measure the picture to within 1 16th of an inch on each side to ensure you get a perfect fit then purchase a frame that size from a craft store.

It s a great starter set for diyers here s a cheaper option too. Use a mat made from acid free materials and labeled as archival mats prevent the artwork from pressing against the glass and thus protect the painting from moisture damage. Highlight your canvas artwork with elegant floater frames. Here s the exact saw that i have from the ryobi combo kit.