FRAMING TIPS
Framing your new artwork made simple
Framing can seem like doing calculus, but here are tips and ways to make it less painful.
Scenic Route Shop pieces are available in standard frame sizes which takes some of the guesswork out of starting your frame selection.
Out of the Package
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Do not bend or crease (if your piece is rolled, careful not to squeeze it while it’s still rolled)
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Handle the art by the edges, try not to get hand oils on it
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Keep the piece in the plastic sleeve until it’s ready for framing
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If your piece is rolled and you are ready to frame it, unroll it on a clean flat surface and leave out with tissue on top until piece relaxes and flattens
Framing
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Hang it at eye level
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Try to avoid hanging it in direct sunlight.
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Choose a simple mat to compliment your room color or a white mat for a clean look.
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Enjoy your new artwork!
FRAME SIZING TIPS:
Reference the size you purchased for frame sizing information below:
5x7
WITHOUT MAT
5x7 Frame
WITH MAT
8x10 Frame (or larger)
5x7 mat opening
8x10
WITHOUT MAT
8x10 Frame
WITH MAT
11x14 Frame (or larger)
8x10 mat opening
11x14
WITHOUT MAT
11x14 Frame
WITH MAT
16x20 Frame (or larger)
11x14 mat opening
16x20
WITHOUT MAT
16x20 Frame
WITH MAT
20x24 Frame (or larger)
16x20 mat opening
20x24
WITHOUT MAT
20x24 Frame
WITH MAT
24x36 Frame (or larger)
20x24 mat opening
24x30
WITHOUT MAT
24x30 Frame
WITH MAT
28x34 Frame (or larger)
24x30 mat opening