The Materials Needed in Framing - One way of preserving various art works such as painting, photographs, memento or memorabilia such as certificates of recognitions and citations, diplomas and among others is framing. They are not only preserved for future generations but also serve as decorative art pieces that add beauty to our homes. Although it may appear simple, there is more to framing than meets the eye because framing employs various techniques and materials that framers must be familiar with and acquire considerable training to be skillful such as having an eye for art and details.
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One way of preserving various art works such as painting, photographs, memento or memorabilia such as certificates of recognitions and citations, diplomas and among others is framing. They are not only preserved for future generations but also serve as decorative art pieces that add beauty to our homes. Although it may appear simple, there is more to framing than meets the eye because framing employs various techniques and materials that framers must be familiar with and acquire considerable training to be skillful such as having an eye for art and details.
Author: Greg Pierce
Date: Dec 22, 2010 - 7:44:47 AM
Framing
is one way of preserving various art works such as painting, photographs,
memento or memorabilia such as certificates of recognitions and citations,
diplomas and among others.
These
can be used as decorative art pieces that add beauty to our homes and these can
be preserved for future generations.
Though
it may appear simple, there is more to framing than meets the eye because
framing employs various techniques and materials that framers must be familiar
with and acquire considerable training to be skillful such as having an eye for
art and details.
One
material that is needed in framing is a mat board which will surround the
subject that is being framed.
To
keep the artwork from keeping in contact with the glass such that a desirable
space between the glass and the framing subject is maintained as heat and
moisture may accumulate that may ruin the art, matting is needed.
We
can find mats in various forms, colors, material compositions such as paper,
alfa and rag mats and styles.
As
acids destroy pictures in a number of ways, matting materials should be
acid-free such as those of virgin cotton fibers.
The
mats various colors serve to highlight the beauty of the artwork while different
creative designs bring out its elegance.
The
glazing or the glass that will cover the art piece is another material
needed.
Glass
may have a varying degree of tinting or color from greenish tinge to almost
colorless water white.
The
more water white the glass is the more expensive and the more it makes the
artwork elegant-looking.
Anti-reflect
coatings, shatter-proof, scratch-resistant and other specialty glazing are more
expensive alternatives but are safe for frames being displayed in public places
such as schools, malls and restaurants where a heightened risk from injury is
possible.
Third,
moldings which are made either of wood or metals, greatly affect the final look
of the artwork once displayed.
As
it serves as the framework of the subject, the choice of molding design will
give a distinct character to the picture or diploma.
One
advantage to having wood, which remains the classic choice, is that its ability
to fit into a wide variety of decorative theme from ancient to modern type of
home décor.
Fittings,
where screws are attached to the moldings, which are used for mounting the frame
on walls or posts, should be rust-proof and sharp and pointed edges should not
come in contact with the backing of the frame.
Furthermore,
screws should be attached safely such that it will not be loosened-up easily or
sway from opposite directions.
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