FAQs
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Framing Design
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How can I get advice about picking the right frame for my item?
How do I find the right frame and mat size for my art?
Is there a list of the standard frame sizes that Aaron Brothers keeps in stock?
Can you provide any tips for selecting the right mat color?
I have seen some mats cut with a wider bottom. Why is this done?
What width of mat will look best with my art?
What kind of a mat should I use to collect signatures at a wedding?
My picture is hardly visible since the glass reflects everything...
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Preservation Framing
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How do I frame my item so that it will not deteriorate over time?
I need to hang some pictures in an area that gets direct sunlight...
What kind of tape can I use to attach my art behind a mat without it leaving a gummy residue?
How do you avoid moisture between the glass of the frame and the photo?
I would like to hang a picture in my bathroom...
I recently purchased some papyrus prints in Egypt. In the store they were mounted between 2 pieces of glass...
I have heard that you should never put glass over paintings on canvas...
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Pricing
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How much will it cost to frame my print?
How much would you charge to frame a 16x20 photo enlargement?
Will I have to have a custom-made frame for my art?
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Hanging Display
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What is the best way to hang pictures on a wall without leaving holes, or at least very little damage?
How can I create a wall arrangement with family photos?
How do I hang pictures in a stairwell?
What kind of hanger should I use to hang my picture on drywall?
What is the best hardware to hang a very heavy item?
How do I find a mirror to fit a specific space on my wall?
Can I put a frame around a bathroom mirror that is mounted to the wall?
Do you sell picture lights? How to I choose the correct size?
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Care of Artwork
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I purchased some "Museum Glass". How do I clean it?
How do I store oil paintings?
How do I package a framed piece for shipment?
How should I frame artwork that will hang in a lobby?
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Art Conservation
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I have an original watercolor that is rippled. How do I flatten it out?
My artwork has been damaged. Can you fix it for me?
I have a frame with some damage on the corner. Can you repair it?
Can you tell me how much my artwork is worth?
How do I package a framed piece for shipment?
Packaging framed artwork for transit is best done by a professional, who should be able to clearly explain the process they use and the precautions they take. This can involve a protective film over the glass to prevent shards in the event of breakage (or even just strips of tape in a grid pattern), corner protectors, foam padding, and multiple layers of rigid packaging. Larger or more delicate items can even be crated for shipment. Another advantage of using a packaging service is that this will generally include some level of damage insurance, to protect your investment in the event something does go wrong. For very valuable items, you might consider starting with a conservator for a referral about proper packing and freight arrangements. For decorative items, I would probably start with a "pack & mail" type of establishment, where you can take care of the packaging and shipment in one stop.