How To Mat And Frame Art

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How to mat and frame art. When i checked with various craft and art supply stores around the country i discovered a wide range of prices on mat board. Frame and mat configurations. It ll be worth it though as it ll save you from cringing over the high costs of taking your art to be matted at frame shops. 14 x 14 frame width.

9 5 x 9 5 mat width. If you re choosing a brown frame you probably don t want to use a brown mat. Frame with pre cut mat available in white or black here. Create a sunburst mirror.

1 mat size. Open up your living room and add style with a dramatic sunburst mirror. The price of a 32 by 40 piece ranged from 4 50 to 12 sometimes even at the same store. The same goes for a red frame and a red mat.

S i z i n g i n f o frame opening. Place the mat and attached art into your frame. You can choose mats in a variety of colors sizes and materials to create the perfect mat board frame for your pieces. Attach your matted art to a backing mat if you d like.

Learning how to mat artwork on your own will take some time and practice. 14 x 14 mat window. If you purchased a 10 x 10 art print then i recommend a 14 x 14 frame with a mat. Matching your frame and mat is rarely a good option.

Use double sided tape to attach your matted art to a backing mat or create homemade double sided tape by sticking 2 piece of tape together to create a crossed x shape. It depends on finish as well as color and whether it is acid free.