Paper backing on framed prints

trhull · Jun 10, 2005

Framing shops frequently place paper on the back of framed prints. I like to use stock frames, like Bainbridge, which leave clips exposed. Do competition judges generally dislike off the shelf frames? Does anyone have a way to "paper"the back of those "off the shelf" frames that come with the clips exposed?

AndrewH · Jun 15, 2005

A response

Listen, old man, you typically don't paper metal frames, I have only seen on wood frames. Stop making excuses and get to work on printing those nuts and twigs.

ron mcelroy · Jun 23, 2005

The paper on the back acts as a dust barrier. If the frames you are using are wood you can add paper by applying a thin bead of white glue around the back of the frame and adding the paper of you choice. Frame shops usually use brown craft paper.

Ron Mc
A picture framer in my past life

removed account4 · Jun 23, 2005

don't forget to dampen the paper after you glue it. it will "tighten" it.

Paper backing on framed prints

trhull

AndrewH

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