What is a linen liner picture frame?
Linen Liner Picture Frames feature fabric that is wrapped onto a wood substrate. Fabric liners attach to the inside edge of a wood frame of your choice, and offer “breathing room” between your art and the frame. Our sizing wizard is designed to use the exact width and height of the artwork or picture you wish to frame.
Do I need a liner for TV Framing?
With TV Framing, a liner is required in many cases to give the added width needed for hiding a TV behind art or for making certain frame moulding compatible for TV Framing. This is perhaps the most common question we receive from our clients who are new to TV concealment.
Do I need a liner for my metro frame?
Metro frames on a motorized artwork TV cover and on a TV Frame only will require a liner, while a metro frame with a TV mirror will not require a liner. With a TV Mirror we back paint the glass black to eliminate the need for a liner.
What is a fabric liner on a painting?
This white fabric liner is a versatile choice to add dimension and emphasis to an original painting. Fabric liners are placed inside the lip of a deeper frame, and are traditionally used on original oil paintings or canvas giclee prints in which the painting is exposed without glass or acrylic glazing.
What is a liner on a mortise and tenon frame?
What is flat frame?
Do liners and slips have to be gilded?
What are mats and liners for picture frames?
Custom picture framing liners and mats create a slight visual pause between the detail of the art and the intricacy of the frame carving. They provide a smooth transition between the frame and the artwork and contribute toward the polished overall impression of the framed artwork.
What are liners in art?
Liners are made of linen stretched over a wooden frame and attached to the inside of your frame. Your artwork will sit inside the linen liner. Genuine linen over natural wood makes for an elegant, upscale presentation.
What are the parts of a picture frame?
The four most important framing components are the moulding (material the frame is made of), the matboard, the glaze and backing.
What do you put behind a picture in a frame?
A dust cover, also called backing paper, is a thin sheet of paper attached to the back of picture frames. Professional picture frames will often refer to using this framing material as a “dust seal,” as the adhered paper prevents dust from entering the picture frame.
What is a raised mat?
Raised mats can be used to provide depth in a frame. Archival foamcore is inserted between the mats to create a small gap, which creates the appearance of different 'levels. ' Aside from the strictly visual interest a raised mat creates, they are also particularly suited to certain kinds of media.
What is the backing in a frame called?
A backing board, sometimes also known as a mount board, is a cardboard-like material (note: we do not use cardboard) attached to the back of a framed artwork. For many of these prints, photographs and paintings, it is primarily used to hold the item in place, prevent bending, folding and creasing.
What are the basic components of frames?
Studs, plates, headers, rafters, girders, flooring and joists are all terms used to identify different components in framing.
What do you call the inner part of a picture frame?
The lip and inner sides of the frame, which accommodate the framing materials, is called the "rabbet," and the inside frame measurement is called the "rabbet size." Make sure there is room for all of the layers that are planned.
How do you stop pictures from moving in frames?
Use Two Hooks, Not One In order to keep picture frames from moving on the walls, use two nails or hooks to which you attach the hanging wire; if you're using a sawtooth hanger, opt to use two instead of one to ensure that the frame is straight.
How do you secure backing on a picture frame?
0:112:18How To Frame A Picture: Taping The Back - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipGently cut in on either side of your frame onto the tape and then use your fingers to firmly applyMoreGently cut in on either side of your frame onto the tape and then use your fingers to firmly apply pressure loosely just on the inside of the rebate.
How do you secure the bottom of a picture frame?
1:423:03How to Install Security T-screws for Hanging Metal Picture FramesYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipInsert the T screw. Using the security wrench key tighten until it protrudes one-quarter inch fromMoreInsert the T screw. Using the security wrench key tighten until it protrudes one-quarter inch from the wall. Turn the t-shaped screw head parallel to the bottom frame Channel.
What are the 7 types of lines in art?
There are many types of lines: thick, thin, horizontal, vertical, zigzag, diagonal, curly, curved, spiral, etc. and are often very expressive. Lines are basic tools for artists—though some artists show their lines more than others.
What is the difference between a plug and a liner?
Plugs are young plants, usually grown from seed. Liners are young plants, usually grown from cuttings or tissue culture.
What are the 3 types of lines in art?
There are 5 main types of lines in art: vertical lines, horizontal lines, diagonal lines, zigzag lines, and curved lines.
What is liner label?
A liner is the paper or film backing that protects the adhesive on the label until it is ready to be applied. While that sounds simple enough, the wrong liner can create lost time, production delays, wasted material and even a failure of adhesion once your label is on the job.
What is the Difference Between a Linen Liner and a Mat?
Mats are made of layered paper board. Your artwork sits behind the mat. Mats create a polished, classic presentation, adding depth and scale, while...
How do I order a mat?
Mats may be purchased as an additional option to your frame presentation. Currently, mat sizes offered on our website are 32" x 40" or *Oversized 4...
What size should my mat window opening be?
The opening is the visible portion of your artwork. On pictureframes.com, all you need to do is enter the size of your picture. We will automatical...
How big should I make my mat borders?
Borders are the part of mat on each side that surround your artwork. Mat border size is a matter of personal taste. We typically recommend borders...
How Much Mat Offset/Reveal Should I have?
When using multiple mats, the offset is the visible portion of the lower mat. We recommend 1/4" offset (or reveal) of your lower mats.
Do I need to add a mat to my picture?
This depends on what you want to frame. The most vulnerable mediums all but require adding a mat and protective acrylic front. Pastels, watercolors...
Which mat should I choose?
When framing and matting a photo, document or piece of art, you must consider the value of the object being framed. If your piece is purely decorat...
What Are Decor/ Decorative Mats?
Decorative paper mats are a great economical option for your piece. They are pH neutral, buffered for extended life and protection for your art.
What is an acid-free mat?
Acid-free mats are made of 100% cotton fiber core and backing which are naturally 100% acid-free and lignin-free. Acid-free mats are recommended fo...
What are rag mats?
Our Rag Mats are made of 100% cotton fiber core and backing which are naturally 100% acid-free and lignin-free. The conservation surface is buffere...
Framing with slips - The Framers Forum
I’ve been asked to frame 2 oil painting canvases ~50cm x 50cm; not of great value, bought in Vietnam. Customer has requested that they are glazed so they need a slip between the canvas and the glass but the slip, 45mm wide, can only cover 5mm of the edge of the painting.
Slip Mouldings - Wessex
Slip Mouldings. Slips are used to enhance either a frame or a mount. The addition of a slip can change an ordinary framing job into something the customer will be proud of, great as an added value product as well.
Mat Cutters | BLICK Art Materials
Mat Cutters. For custom matting of artwork, documents, and photos, Blick carries a large selection of mat cutters. Used to enhance and add dimension to artwork, matboards can be cut with different size openings and layered to create dramatic effects.
Why is the liner narrower on a frame?
In some rare cases the liner can be made narrower if a wide frame moulding is being used or if there is no mirror or no motorized artwork component selected for screen concealment. The liner is essential on motorized artwork frames to give enough width to the frame to conceal the motorized artwork mechanism.
How does a liner differ with the Metro Collection?
Metro frames on a motorized artwork TV cover and on a TV Frame only will require a liner, while a metro frame with a TV mirror will not require a liner. With a TV Mirror we back paint the glass black to eliminate the need for a liner. Metro frames which require liners will have a wide flat liner necessary to conceal the mounting hardware for the frame and/or the motorized mechanism for the artwork as you can see in the examples below.
Do you need a liner for a TV mirror?
With frames from the Premium Hardwood collection the profiles of the frame are designed so that the inner edge of the frame comes all the way down to the surface of the TV Mirror so therefore a liner is not required (but can be optionally added if you would prefer)
What is the Difference Between a Linen Liner and a Mat?
Mats are made of layered paper board. Your artwork sits behind the mat. Mats create a polished, classic presentation, adding depth and scale, while softening the transition from image to frame. Mats are available in a multitude of colors, textures and styles and can be custom cut to fit almost any size. Liners are made of linen stretched over a wooden frame and attached to the inside of your frame. Your artwork will sit inside the linen liner. Genuine linen over natural wood makes for an elegant, upscale presentation. Linen liners add depth and, like mats, soften the transition from image to frame. Linen liners are a perfect accompaniment to canvas art, paintings of all kinds and even photos. They also add structural support for larger pieces of art.
What is a linen lining?
Linen liners are a perfect accompaniment to canvas art, paintings of all kinds and even photos. They also add structural support for larger pieces of art.
What size should my mat window opening be?
On pictureframes.com, all you need to do is enter the size of your picture. We will automatically make the mat opening 1/4" smaller than your art size on each dimension. This will keep your art from falling out through the mat opening. For example, when ordering, if you select a picture size of 8" x 10", the mat opening will be automatically adjusted to 7 3/4" x 9 3/4".
How big should I make my mat borders?
Mat border size is a matter of personal taste. We typically recommend borders that are twice the width of the frame or at least 2 1/2".
What Size Frame do I Order?
Order a frame that is the same size as the outside of your mat. Outside mat size is the same for all mats in multiple-mat presentations. If you have an existing frame you can measure the back opening of your frame to get the size.
What Are Decor/ Decorative Mats?
Decorative paper mats are a great economical option for your piece. They are pH neutral, buffered for extended life and protection for your art.
What are rag mats?
Our Rag Mats are made of 100% cotton fiber core and backing which are naturally 100% acid-free and lignin-free. The conservation surface is buffered with calcium carbonate to an alkaline reserve of 3-5%, so you can be sure they won't degrade your matboard or artwork.
How does a liner differ with the Metro Collection?
Metro frames on a motorized artwork TV cover and on a TV Frame only will require a liner, while a metro frame with a TV mirror will not require a liner. With a TV Mirror we back paint the glass black to eliminate the need for a liner. Metro frames which require liners will have a wide flat liner necessary to conceal the mounting hardware for the frame and/or the motorized mechanism for the artwork as you can see in the examples below.
Do you need a liner for a TV mirror?
With frames from the Premium Hardwood collection the profiles of the frame are designed so that the inner edge of the frame comes all the way down to the surface of the TV Mirror so therefore a liner is not required (but can be optionally added if you would prefer)
White Linen Liner
This white fabric frame liner is an excellent addition to several picture frame offerings due to the visual impact and contrast of a white border separating the art from the frame. The profile is 3/4 inch wide, and the rabbet depth is 1/4 inch. The outside depth of this fabric frame liner profile is 5/8 inch.
Off White Linen Liner
This off-white colored beveled fabric frame liner is a perfect complement to many picture framing design themes, including original fine art oil paintings and acrylics on stretched canvas or panels. A fabric frame liner consists of fabric that is wrapped or mounted onto a wood moulding that gets stacked inside of another picture frame.
Black Linen Liner
This contemporary black fabric frame liner brings an eloquent and sophisticated presence to picture framing designs for paintings on canvas and rigid board, including giclee prints on canvas and laminated prints on foamcore or gatorboard.
White Linen Liner
This white fabric frame liner is an excellent addition to several picture frame offerings due to the visual impact and contrast of a white border separating the art from the frame. The profile is 1 ¼ inch wide, and the rabbet depth is 1/4 inch. The outside depth of this fabric frame liner profile is 5/8 inch.
Black Linen Liner
This contemporary black fabric frame liner brings an eloquent and sophisticated presence to picture framing designs for paintings on canvas and rigid board, including giclee prints on canvas and laminated prints on foamcore or gatorboard.
Off White Linen Liner
This off-white or oatmeal-colored beveled fabric frame liner is a perfect complement to many picture framing design themes, including original fine art oil paintings and acrylics on stretched canvas or panels. A fabric frame liner consists of fabric that is wrapped or mounted onto a wood moulding that gets stacked inside of another picture frame.
White Linen Liner
This white fabric liner is a versatile choice to add dimension and emphasis to an original painting. Fabric liners are placed inside the lip of a deeper frame, and are traditionally used on original oil paintings or canvas giclee prints in which the painting is exposed without glass or acrylic glazing.
What is a contemporary picture frame?
A contemporary picture frame will usually have simple, clean lines accompanied by the use of natural wood grains or a shiny metallic finish. Convex glass. This is curved glass that was used in the early 1970’s for antique portraits.
What is the backing on a photo frame?
Backing. Also called the mounting board, this is where the photo is attached before it is placed inside the frame. The backing works to keep the photo in place and to prevent the photo from creasing and warping. Beveled edge. This refers to a slope at the edge of the frame and mat board.
What is archival framing?
Archival framing. This is a type of framing philosophy that aims towards protecting and preserving the photo. With archival framing, only materials that are acid-free should come in contact with the photo. The mounting techniques employed are also reversible, meaning the photo can be removed from the frame without causing any damage to it.
Why is my photo paper yellow?
When materials that contain acid come into contact with a photograph or artwork, the acids can leach into the photo and cause acid burn – where the photo paper to become brittle and yellowed. Acid-free. There are specialty paper and craft products designed for archiving and framing purposes.
What is the layer of glass that covers the top of a picture?
Glazing. This is the transparent layer of glass or acrylic that covers the top of the picture. The glazing serves to protect the photo against the elements. Glazing can also UV protection and anti-glare capabilities.
Why do you use two matting boards?
There are times when two matting boards are used to add to the color contrast and to further accent the photo. Two layers of matting are placed one to top of the other. The top one has a smaller opening than the lower matting, allowing just a part of the bottom matting to show.
What is the allowance for a picture frame?
The allowance is usually 1/8 inch for both the width and the length of the frame. Antiquing. This is a process that enables one to mimic the look of an antique picture frame. Antiquing can involve the use of a buffing chemical, scratching and painting. Archival framing.
Linen mat boards help preserve and protect artwork
Certainly, custom picture mats look great. They flatter and complement artwork, change the scale of a piece for the better, and, when more than one mat board is used, add visual depth.
Linen mat boards at American Frame
Linen mat boards are available in all different sizes, up to 32x40 to truly custom fit your art.
What is a liner on a mortise and tenon frame?
Used on mortise-and-tenon frames, they are especially effective in helping to direct the eye in to the picture, and softening the transition between frame and picture. A liner (left) and slip (right). Liners are simply small frames; slips are small, flat unrabbeted strips that are either mitered (ours actually have tiny splines) or lap-joined.
What is flat frame?
Flats are wider, thin unrabbeted flat inner frames (usually wider than the outer frame) that lie on top of the glass. The most common use is in cases in which a work on paper would ideally be framed close, but the margins are too wide to hide under the rabbet of the frame. (Scroll down for more on flats.)
Do liners and slips have to be gilded?
We can advise you what to use in your case. Liners and slips are often gilded. We do oil gilding, applying the leaf directly onto the wood so that the wood grain is visible—a very popular technique in nineteenth century framing.
