Frequently Asked Questions › Framing

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.

We seek the finest quality materials and are proud that the vast majority of our frames are both sourced & made in the USA. 100% of our finishing - including matting, glazing & backing - is from USA sources and all finished products are assembled in the USA. We also use upcycled materials from USA sources wherever possible (ex: reclaimed fence board and barn wood found right here in the USA).

Most of our custom frames arrive fully assembled and include easy-to-use hanging hardware.

NOTE: Metal frames without a custom print arrive unassembled. An easy-to-use assembly kit is included, as well as hanging hardware. All you need is a screwdriver.

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.

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.

Measure the exact width (w) and height (h) of the outside dimensions of the image or artwork in inches. If you are planning to frame a canvas, measure from outside wrapped corner to outside wrapped corner.

While we take great care to make sure each frame will look stunning on your wall, we do not finish the back of our frames. As such, you may occasionally see some rough, unfinished marks on the back of our handcrafted frames that include, but are not limited to, paint spots, scuffs, and measurement marks.

We do not pattern match on frame corners. This eco-conscious choice helps us significantly reduce waste and lower costs for our Creative Community.

If you’re looking for frames with corners that align more closely, selecting designs with tighter or more consistent patterns will provide the best results.

No matter which style you choose, we make sure every frame that hangs on your wall looks stunning and gallery-ready. Even ornate frames with larger patterns are crafted to look beautiful at the corners and in your space.

Glazing refers to the strong sheet of clear acrylic that covers and protects your artwork once framed. We offer four types of acrylic fronts with foamcore backing to fit your individual needs.

• Classic (Clear Acrylic and Foamcore Backing)
  

  Consists of a 3/16" thick foamcore backing board and "glass-like" 1/16" thick clear acrylic. This bestseller is a classic finishing choice - perfect for artwork and photography of all kinds. Foamcore is a great choice because it has a higher level of protection for framed items than corrugated backing. Its white finish preserves the integrity of translucent artwork. It doubles as a dust cover thanks to its neat, clean appearance, and it works well for dry mounting objects to the backing.

• Classic Non-Glare (Non-Glare Acrylic and Foamcore Backing)
  

  Includes all the same benefits as the Clear Acrylic option, but with one major distinction: the 1/16" thick non-glare acrylic cuts down the glare on items in direct light or near windows. Note: This finishing option should not be used with shadow boxes or presentations with more than one mat due to increased distortion.

• Premium Heavy-Duty (Heavy-Duty Clear Acrylic and Foamcore Backing)
  

  Consists of a 3/16" thick foamcore backing board and "glass-like" 3/32" thick clear acrylic. This best seller is a classic finishing choice - perfect for larger artwork and photography and shadow box presentations. Foamcore is a great choice because it has a higher level of protection for framed items than corrugated backing. It doubles as a dust cover thanks to its neat, clean appearance. The smooth, white surface is ideal for dry mounting objects and preventing ripples in thin artwork.

• Premium Archival (UV Protective Acrylic and Acid-Free Foamcore Backing)
  

  This framing option grants the best protection when preservation is the primary concern. Both the 3/16" thick, acid-free foamcore and the 3/32" thick UV protective acrylic helps guard an image against deterioration and fading - preserving your most treasured, irreplaceable items for generations. Perfect for: Vintage family photos, priceless artwork & historic and heirloom documents.

We offer acrylic glazing instead of glass for most of our custom frames. Acrylic is shatterproof, lightweight and provides the same level of clarity as framing glass. It also offers the same UV protection.

In an effort to ensure minimal waste and to keep costs low, we enable our customers to order their frame components individually. Because many of our customers use our frames for their original paintings, which do not require acrylic glazing, we give our customers the option of having acrylic glazing included in their order whether they are framing an unstretched canvas, painting or ordering a print.

While not all customers will need a finishing kit (the acrylic front and backing materials) with their frame purchase, most of our frames have this option selected by default. If you do not require a finishing kit, you can choose to remove it when customizing your frame selection.