Welcome to Frame Plus Art - Your online source for custom framing, fine art, framing
supplies, and more. Established in 1986, we have been proudly servicing our retail,
corporate, and wholesale customers for over twenty years!

We offer:

* Museum Quality Custom Framing
* Fillets and Liners
* Matting (including fabric mats)
* Plaquemounting
* Drymounting
* Glazing
* Ready-Made Frames
* Shadowboxes
* Display Cases
* Object Framing (including hockey jerseys)
* Needlepoint Blocking and Stretching
* Canvas Stretching and Stretcher Bar
* Custom Framed Mirrors
* Posters
* Prints
* Limited Edition Art
* Original Paintings
* Gicleé Printing on Canvas and Watercolor Paper
* Expert Consultation for Residential and Commercial Locations
* Computerized Art Locator
* Computerized Mat Cutting Service
* Picture Framing Supplies
* Installation Service
* Pick Up and Delivery

With the proliferation of so many huge box stores and discount shops lately, many
people find themselves asking why should I pay a little more for a custom picture
frame when I can buy a ready-made frame at the local discount store? This is a
good question, and to be perfectly honest, there are many times when a mass
produced picture frame fits the bill nicely. In fact, we carry a huge selection of
ready-made frames at prices competitive with even the biggest box stores! However,
when you are ready to prepare your fine art or treasured heirlooms for display,
custom framing is the best answer. A properly finished custom frame is the union of
artwork, mats, molding, and other elements to create a presentation that is unique,
that complements your personality, and enhances your home or office. It is a
one-of-a-kind creation that you will never find in a department, discount, or furniture
store. Your beautiful fine art, needlework, special personal object, wedding invitation,
or hard-earned certificates should be framed in a manner that does them justice, and
prevents their deterioration over time. Your custom framed artwork is a permanent
investment in the decor of your home, which will outlast many of your other
accessories. It is more personalized than most of your other furnishings. Our design
team will recommend the best design techniques, and color coordination to make the
framing itself a work of art.

Ten things to know before framing your picture:

What and why to custom frame

Whether you are framing a poster, your kid's handprints, or a fine work of art, custom
framing will reflect your personal taste and protect your piece for years to come.

Consider the surroundings

While you should certainly consider the room's decor, you shouldn't match the frame
to the room at the expense of what looks good with the picture. Keep in mind that the
room decor may change in the future.

Choose matting to enhance your artwork

Matting is the term used to describe the "window-cut" material placed around an image
within a frame. They can be made of a variety of materials such as paper, cotton and
fabric in a wide range of colors. Mats serve as a spacer allowing the artwork to expand
and contract with changes in humidity. Matting makes the overall size of the finished
piece larger and provides a space for the eyes to rest between the art and the frame.

An ounce of prevention

Many times cherished art is damaged prior to arriving at the frame shop because it is
improperly stored or transported. If it's a rolled piece such as a poster, serious damage
can be caused by rubber bands, tape, paperclips and even a gentle squeeze. Make
sure that the artwork is placed in a folder, protective covering , or a tube. To prevent
accidental damage, allow us to remove the artwork from its packaging.

It's all in the details

Consider adding another detail. Fillets, beveled mat treatments, creative window
openings, specialty paper or fabric mats can add a distinctive flair to your artwork. We
are familiar with these options, and can help you decide what works best with your
item. Sometimes it's the smallest element in framing your artwork that makes it stand
out.

Choose the best frame to enhance your art

There are thousands of different frame styles and sizes that come in a variety of
stains, glazes, and finishes. Let us help you select the frame that best suits your
artwork and have it made to your exact specifications.

Archival materials protect your art

Some common framing materials such as paper mats and cardboard contain acid that
will gradually destroy your art, and these materials are not used by Frame Plus Art.
Using archival mats and backing boards will help protect art from the damaging effects
of time and from common pollutants that cause yellowing, fading and deterioration.

Mounting your artwork properly

The dry and wet mounting processes bond artwork to a board to prevent artwork from
bubbling or waving and are most appropriate for posters and photographs. Pieces of
any value are generally not dry or wet mounted since these processes are irreversible
and can greatly affect any resale value. Museum mounting, commonly known as
hinging, attaches the art with paper hinges to the board. The art hangs freely, allowing
it to expand or contract with changes in humidity. Hinging or archival photo corners are
recommended for original artwork, delicate photographic's, and other irreplaceable
items.

Choose glazing to protect your artwork

Glazing refers to the glass or acrylic material covering the artwork as a means of
protection. There are many variations including regular clear glass, anti-reflective
(chemically coated), non-glare (acid etched) and conservation glass (specially
formulated to help filter UV light). There are also acrylic glazing products that come in
the non-glare and UV filtering varieties. Acrylic is lighter in weight and is safer than
glass but requires a soft cloth and a non-abrasive cleanser. It is ideal for oversized
pieces, frames hanging in children's rooms, or items to be shipped.

Find the right framer

A good framer will help you with all the decisions that go into properly framing your
picture. Quality framers have years of experience with preservation framing and
design using a variety of materials and methods. For outstanding customer service
and the latest products, design theories, and techniques, you can rely on Frame Plus
Art to do the job right...