Framing Options
When it comes to displaying your art, choosing the right frame can make all the difference. With a variety of picture framing options available, it's essential to consider factors such as style, color, and material to enhance your artwork's appeal.
Whether you're looking for a sleek modern frame or a classic ornate design, the right choice will not only complement your art but also fit seamlessly into your space and offer protection for years to come.
Let's explore how to select the perfect frame that showcases your unique style and vision.
Framing Levels
Museum Quality
(Level 1)
The highest protection for artwork. Using conservation methods and top-quality materials, this level of framing safeguards against environmental damage while enhancing aesthetic appeal.
Invest in the ultimate care for your art to preserve and retain value for years to come.
Conservation Quality
(Level 2)
Comparable to Level 1, level 2 conservation framing safeguards against physical damage, airborne pollutants, and harmful acids from framing materials.
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This option provides a strong balance of protection and aesthetic appeal for your artwork, ensuring your treasures are both beautiful and protected.
Commended Framing
(Level 3)
Level 3 framing focuses on enhancing the aesthetics of your artwork, while providing moderate protection against damage, pollutants and acids.
A window mount is generally used to distance the artwork from the glazing and to add to your art's presentation.
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Basic Framing
(Level 4)
Level 4 framing offers a cost-effective solution, prioritising affordability over aesthetics and quality.
At this level, there is little to no protection provided to the framed item and the mounting process is generally irriversable.
Which Option is Right for Me?
That is a great question! And the answer is, it depends!
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There are a number of things to consider when choosing the right framing option for you. Generally, we start with the artwork's worth or sentimental value.
Any item you wish to retain the value of would benefit from level 1 or 2 quality framing. Replaceable items of moderate value may be fine with a level 3 option.
Level 4 framing should only be used for generic production items or very inexpensive items, things you just want to get on the wall for a few years max.