Framing Canvas Prints
To frame a canvas print, follow these steps:
- Measure the canvas dimensions.
- Choose a suitable frame type – wood, metal, or floating.
- Match the frame color or texture to the print.
- For minimalist canvas art, use a contrasting frame.
Attaching Canvas to Floating Frames
When attaching canvas to a floating frame:
- Use screwless canvas clips or offset clips.
- Place clips every few inches along the back of the frame to hold the canvas securely.
Protecting Canvas Prints
Framing protects canvas prints by:
- Preventing fading caused by UV rays from sunlight.
- Using acrylic glazing instead of traditional glass for protection.
Canvas panels and stretched canvas have different framing requirements.
- Stretched canvas is typically framed without matting, while canvas panels are often framed with matting and glazing.
- For canvas panel paintings, choose a traditional frame that matches the style and dimensions of the artwork.