| When having
a piece framed there are several things to think about. We are going to
discuss how to choose a mat. A matt can really change the feel of the picture.
Here are three examples of the same photograph , the first has no mat ,
the second and third have double mats. |
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No Matt
- This is a very
simple way to frame a piece, especially if space is an issue. The clean
and simple moulding has an elegant quality to it.
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Double matted in
Green and Gray
- This matt combination
really livens the photograph up and also gives a nice crisp, cottage
look to the piece. The look is even further enhanced by the roughhewn
green frame.
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Double matted in
Gold
- Now the picture
takes on a more formal appearance. Once again the bottom mat serves
to reinforce the frame moulding. The look now has almost given the rose
a regal quality.
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A few of the things
to take into consideration when framing a piece are as follows:
- What is it you
are having framed? Does it need acid free matting and backing? Most
of today’s matboard is relatively acid free, but not quite 100%. Regular
Matboard is made from a buffered wood pulpbacking with a pigmented top
surface. !00% acid free matboard is made from cotton, a naturally acid
free fiber.
- Remember that
one of the purposes of a mat is to keep the glass off of the surface
of the image being framed. If you don't use a mat ask about spacers.
- Be sure and as
how the piece will be mounted . Once again ask your Framer about the
particular piece involved. Your options include drymount, hinges, corners
and tape.
- Glass options
include, Regular, non-glare, & conservation.
As a general rule this is the customers preference. Depending on the
piece I would keep the cost in mind.
If you have framing questions please e-mail me at daz@dazigns.com
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