Q1、What is a rabbet?
We know you’re thinking of a fluffy, long-eared animal that hops its way around when you see the word “rabbet,” but one of those little cuties would be spelled “rabbit.” When it comes to framing, a rabbet is the recess on the back inside edge of the frame into which your artwork fits. “Rabbet size” refers to the depth of this recess, and for most framing projects, any rabbet size is fine.
Q2、What is an open back or ready-made frame?
An open back ready-made frame is a standard sized picture frame. When you order a ready-made frame from pictureframes.com, you’re saving money! That’s because we’ve preassembled these frames to fit the most popular and frequently occurring sizes for artwork, photography and documents. At pictureframes.com, these sizes include (in inches): If the artwork you are framing has different dimensions than those listed below, order a Custom-Made frame for the perfect fit!
Q3、What are photo frames?
Our all inclusive, photo frames come pre-assembled with a premium wood or metal frame, protective glass, ready-to-hang backing board and matting for most packages. These photo and collage frames are an easy, budget-friendly choice for framing standard sized photos, certificates, diplomas, children’s artwork and more.
Q4、What is an upcycled wood fiber frame?
Upcycled Wood Fiber frames are an eco-friendly choice made from wood, otherwise destined to end up in a landfill, but transformed into something beautiful. They’re made by breaking down scrap wood into fibers and combining with wax and resin. Upcycled Wood Fiber frames are incredibly warp-resistant and amazingly sturdy because they have no knots or grain like normal wood. If you love the characteristics of wood but are looking for a more budget-friendly price point, then Upcycled Wood Fiber is a great choice for your fine art paintings, photography and more.
Q5、Will my frame look like the ones in the picture?
Different computer monitors display colors differently, so we’re unable to guarantee the color accuracy of our online images. If you’re not sure about the color or texture of one of our frames, we invite you to order a free sample. Note that all-wood frames do exhibit a subtle natural variation in color and grain. To order a free frame sample, simply shop as usual and when you select a frame you like, choose ‘Free Samples’.
Q6、How will my frame arrive? Do I have to assemble it?
Open Back and Custom-Made frames are typically shipped assembled with free hanging hardware. However, most metal frames will need to be assembled upon arrival. An easy assembly kit is included. All you need is a screwdriver. If you are specifically looking for a preassembled metal frame, choose our Metal BackLoader collection or one of our many All-Inclusive Photo Frame Packages.
Q7、How do I hang my frame?
All frames ship with free hanging hardware which includes D-rings and hanging wire. For larger frames we suggest hanging the frame directly from the included D-rings for stability.
Q8、Do you use an industry standard allowance for your frames?
To help your art, acrylic front and backing all fit securely inside the frame without being TOO tight, we typically allow for an extra 1/8th of an inch allowance. So, your frame will be just slightly larger than the image size you enter to hold everything properly.
Q9、What is archival/conservation framing?
Archival framing offers the ultimate protection for your fine art, collectibles, heirloom documents and more. Archival options include acid-free foamcore backing and UV protective acrylic, preserving your presentation up to 75 years.You can upgrade any order to an archival presentation by adding the premium archival finishing options. Or, if you have a standard size, our Conservation Kit Plus framing package is exclusively available in Ready-made sizes. This package includes acid-free foamcore backing, acid-free conservation white rag mat, mylar mounting corners and UV protective acrylic.
Q10、What are your wood frames made of?
Most of our wood frames are made of solid wood finger-jointed pine finished with a stained, lacquered, or gessoed veneer. If you have a question about what a specific profile is made of, please contact us.
Q11、Are the wood frames pre-assembled?
Yes, all of our wood frames are hand-assembled by our staff.
Q12、What are points?
Points are used to hold the mat, mount board, and glass or acrylic inside of wood picture frame moulding. Without points, the contents will fall out of the picture frame. Our picture frames contain flexible points, which can be bent up and back down to allow the contents to be installed in the frame. More information about points.
Q13、Your website is asking me to select the depth for my points. How do I figure out the point depth for my wood picture frame?
Point depth is determined by the thickness of what you are putting in the frame. If you are buying the glass mat and backing from us you can just select "Fit Contents Ordered". If you going to be adding items to the frame you buy from us simply add up the thickness of the contents going into the frame to get the point depth.
Q14、Are your wood frames acid-free?
No, wood naturally contains lignin, which is not acid free. To protect your artwork from the acids that naturally occur in the wood frames, you may wish to use frame sealing tape to isolate the contents from contact with the frame’s rabbet.
Q15、What are your metal frames made of?
Most of our metal picture frames are manufactured by Nielsen. They are made from the highest-quality aluminum anodized for maximum durability and long-lasting beauty. Aluminum is a robust metal which offers a high strength-to-weight ratio.
Q16、Do the metal frames come with corner hardware?
Each metal frame includes corner hardware and spring clips to hold frame contents in place, plus euro hangers for attaching hanging wire to the frame.
Q17、Do the metal frames come pre-assembled?
Metal frames are often shipped assembled, especially if ordered with components (mat board, mount board, and/or glazing). If you purchase a metal picture frame without any components, it may come unassembled for better protection. If you have questions or concerns about whether or not the frames you ordered will arrive pre-assembled please contact us.
Q18、Can I order a Find-A-Frame picture frame in a size other than those shown?
Yes. Like all of our frames, the Find-A-Frame picture frames are customizable. Once you’ve chosen a Find-A-Frame that you’d like to adjust, press the “Customize this Frame” option right underneath “Add to Cart”. You will be able to customize all contents from that point as well.
Q19、What size floater frame should I order for my canvas?
The size of the floater depends on the size of the art you are framing. For the correct floater frame dimensions, enter the size of your stretcher bar frame, measuring at the corners where the folds of the canvas are thicker. The inside dimension of the wood floater frame will automatically be sized one inch (1″) larger than the stretcher bar dimensions, allowing a one-half inch (1/2″) float space between the canvas and the inside edge of the floater frame. The inside dimension of the metal floater frame will automatically be sized one-half inch (1/2″) larger than the stretcher bar dimensions, allowing a one-quarter inch (1/4″) float space between the canvas and the inside edge of the floater frame.