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Hi, I have a series of valuable original illustrations I need to frame.

The illustrations all "bleed" to the edge of the artboard. I don't want to overmat b/c that would lose some of the image, so my preference is to float-mount each piece over a separate black backing board.

The artwork is not ...

With glass?

Yes, with glass.


Thats a big frame. For extra strength, think about reinforcing the corners with 3" steel 'L' plates.

Assuming you are UK based, Screwfix Direct or Lion Picture Framing stock them. Attach them as soon as you get the frame pinned, before the glue has a chance to ...

The glue I am using is called "Titebond III" Ultimate Wood Glue .

The salesman at the woodshop said it was his best.

The manufacturer claims it is "the most advanced wood glue available today." ('Tho I tend to be a natural skeptic of hype.)

The product website here: http://www.titebond.com ...

Welcome Billy Bob. :)

If your frames are not too big (<approx12x16) you may be OK with 10mm v-nails. (Despite manufacturers instructions). Even if they are bigger it still might be OK if you put a number of them in laterally. Don't be tempted to put too many in close together though or it will ...

Moglet wrote:
1 - Is the profile flat? If not, can you let us know the shape.

Flat.

2. What type of wood is it?

Not sure. It's a soft wood. Made by "FrameGuild" No. 590-03.

3. You advise that the height is 32mm. How wide is the profile?

3/4-inch.

Thanks.

Hi, I am new to the forum, this is my first post. I have a big problem. Please handle me with kid gloves.

I live in Ontario, Canada. I am a longtime photographer. In the past I have always gotten a professional framer to custom mount and frame my work. However, I recently agreed to an exhibit, and ...