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Framing |
We have our own
dedicated
workshop
in Larkhall, where framing is carried out to
Fine Art Trade Guild
Commended Framer
level and above.
The Fine Art Trade Guild specifies five levels of framing utilising
different qualities of materials and framing techniques.
These levels range from Minimum through to Museum, a brief description of
each is given below as it affects the cost and more importantly, the level
of protection and conservation for the artwork. |
the sign of a
quality
framer |
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Museum Grade |
The highest
quality framing available but using expensive high grade materials for
lifetime protection |
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Conservation Grade |
Our
preferred minimum level of workmanship. All techniques are reversible and
use conservation grade materials to protect the artwork. |
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Commended Level |
For items of
moderate commercial or sentimental value but using "standard" materials. |
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Budget Level |
For the
budget conscious but not recommended for any items of value. |
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Minimum Level |
As the name
suggests, framing to a minimum quality and budget. Only suitable for low
value items.
We do not frame at this level. |
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There are
only two people who will ever frame your work - Ian Kenny GCF,
and Andrew McLaren GCF. We are available for you to discuss the best way to present and conserve your artwork
for the future. Click here
to find out what GCF means for you and your artwork.
We
stock literally hundreds of different mouldings from the worlds' top suppliers, and
consistently check deliveries to ensure the highest quality of wood is always used for our
customers frames.
Preservation of artwork
is always an issue. We
exclusively use the
Artcare Archival
mount system, for use on
collectible artwork that is to be kept for future generations, eg Original paintings,
limited edition prints of moderate to high value, as well as items of sentimental value.
If even greater protection is required, use a 100% cooton
rag board. Glass is not limited to the 'plain or non reflecting' scenario - we also stock the
revolutionary Waterwhite uv protect glass if fading of artwork is a
major issue.
Some of the 3 Dimensional items we have framed recently
are listed here: |
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Football Shirt
Rugby Shirt
Wedding Cake Top
Baby's first shoes
House of Commons Whisky |
Teddy Bear
Floral Bouquet
Football Club
Tie
Signed Football
Ceramic Doll |
International Football Cap
Boxing Gloves
Goalkeeper Gloves
Antelope Skin |
Levi
Denim Jeans
Collectors Plates
Coin Collection
CD's
Vinyl LP record |
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Presentation and finish of your frame is limited only by your imagination - we are quite
at home working with hand finished and fabric covered mounts, and can even stain and
finish your frame by hand to match a specific colour of your choice.
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