Framing a Canvas Painting


Framing a stretched canvas is a great way to compliment and provide extra support to the canvas.   A stretched canvas is wrapped around and secured to a support.   The support is usually made of wood.   But some larger supports are made of aluminum.    

Many of my paintings on stretched canvas come with the sides already painted and a hook or wire on the back.   So there is no need to add a frame to display it.   But if you desire a frame, there are options.

I list the depth of the stretched canvas for sale with each item.   They usually go between 3/4-inch to 1.5 inches.   The type of frame you want to get depends on the depth.   The depth a frame can handle is called the rabbet (not a bunny!).   So if you are framing yourself with an online website source, look at the rabbet measurement to make sure it can accommodate the stretched canvas painting.  If you go to a picture frame business, they can assist in choosing the best frame for your needs.

The nice thing about picking a frame, is it can match your home or office decor.   

In the future, I plan to offer framed artwork.   I will choose frames to match and accentuate the painting.   As decor comes and goes, matching the painting will be my goal.   


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