Elements of custom picture framing

Picture framing becomes important because there are lots of elements that are involved in creating a perfect picture frame. Elements that your consultant will advise you most probably from the given below, but this in no way an exhaustive list and can change from framers to framers.AAbsorbent: A term applied to papers that can absorb water solutions or other liquids such as blotting and toweling products. AcidChemical substance less then pH 7.0 or less. Acid BurnYellowish permanent stain on paper art. Acid-FreeA term that defines paper materials that has pH of 7.0. AcrylicA substitute of glass which is clear,  and can be used for industrial plasticAdhesiveMaterial use for joining two materials.Alkalinea substance greater than PH 7.0 , used to neutralize the acid.Alkaline PaperA paper which has PH over 7.0 and has calcium carbonate filler.ANSIAcronym for American National Standards Institute.Archival ComponentsFraming materials such as mat board, mount board that are used to preserve artwork from degradation of external and internal componentArtwork SizeMeasure of the actual image which does not include borders or paper sizeASTMAn acronym for American Society for Testing and Materials.BBack PaperA paper liner put at the back of a frame. Beveled EdgeA 45 degree angle cut on the inside edge of the mat board window.BleedWhen color seeps out when in contact with water or a solvent or undesired movement of materials to adjacent material.CCalcium CarbonateCalcium carbonate is filler in alkaline paper-making, as coating pigment and as a buffering agent.ComponentsThese are contents of a picture frame and have components such as mat board, glazing and/or mount board.Conservation FramingA type of framing that keeps the artwork as unaltered as possible while using materials which minimize the artwork’s deterioration by environmental factors. ConservatorA professional who specializes in the restoration and conservation of artifacts such as photographs, artwork, and documents. DDouble MatThis has two (2) mat boards (top and bottom). The window (opening) of the bottom mat surrounds the image. Dust CoverA liner paper put at back of a frame to keep dust out of the frame EEphemeraItems, normally made of paper, created for a specific, limited purpose such as  advertisements, tickets, brochures and receipts.ErasabilityAbility of a surface to remove light pencil lines with a rubber or gum eraser.FFadingOvertime change in color of paper. FilletComponents placed inside a larger frame or in between mat boards such as enhancers GGessoMixture of animal glue binder, chalk, and white pigment used as primer coat on wood panels, canvas, and sculpture. Modern gesso may be acrylic or soy-based and comes in a variety of colors.GicléeA high-quality fine art print created with an inkjet printer.GlareBright and dazzling reflected light.GlassA type of glazing used in picture framing. Glass is commonly composed of sodium carbonate, lime and silica (sand).GlazingThe term used for glass or acrylic to protect artwork in a frame.HHanging Kitcontains the components necessary to hang an assembled picture frame. This generally contains , A wood frame hanging kit will contain screw hole hangers with screws, hanging wire and protective wall bumpers. A metal frame hanging kit will contain omni hangers for attaching the wire to the frame, hanging wire and protective wall bumpers.HingingA term for adhering the components of a picture frame together IInfrared EnergyInfrared energy exists in sunlight and tungsten and can harm the artwork.Invasive MountingResidue that still remain after removal of adhesivesJJapanese PaperPaper made from fibers of the mulberry tree. LLandscapeAn art where natural outdoor environment is the main subjectLandscape OrientationA layout when width is more than height.LinenA textile made from the fibers of the flax plant,MMat BoardA component of frame that covers and protects the image. Mouldingthe material (either wood or metal) of the picture frame. Moulding can be very ornate and decorative, or it can be very simple.Mount BoardThe board on which artwork is mounted upon inside of a picture frame MountingThe process of fitting picture to the mat board, mount board, backer or display board. NNon-Glare AcrylicAcrylic which has less glare due to lighting and normally has matte finish Non-Invasive MountingTechnique which lets artwork return to its natural state after removing adhesive and other components OOutgassingRelease of gases from a material.OverlapA term that refers to how much of the artwork will be covered by the mat board.

PPanoramaA picture that depicts a wide, horizontal view, particularly a landscape. They are longer in horizontal direction when compared to vertical lengthPantone Color GuideA standardized color matching system used by professionals through out the worldPH ScaleA logarithmic scale that measures how acidic or basic a substance is. The pH scale ranges from 0 (acid) to 14 (alkaline); the neutral point is 7.Phillips ScrewdriverA screwdriver that is designed to fit into cross-shaped screws.Picture FrameThis provides an attractive border and functions as a structural support for the artwork.Picture Frame SizeThis is the size of matted/mounted artwork. Plexiglas®A brand of conservation grade acrylic glazing.Portrait OrientationA layout that has vertical length more than horizontal length.PosterA print which mass-produced and normally used as decoration pieceRRabbetThe inner lip or groove of the picture frame, which holds the frame’s components, including the glazing, mat(s), artwork and backing.Rabbet DepthThe height or depth of rabbet. This measurement tells you how much room you have inside for the frame’s components.RevealA term used to describe the small bottom or middle mat border left visible in a double or triple mat application.Reverse BevelA reverse-bevel cut positions the bevel inside of the mat window so that it is not visible. It gives a straight edge to the mat window.SSawtooth HangersSmall metal bars with a serrated (sawtooth) edge that are used in place of hanging wire. Sawtoothed hangers are best for lighter weight picture frames.Screw EyesScrews with a loop at the end. They are used to attach hanging wire to the back of a wooden picture frame.Shadow Box FrameA deep frame used for showcasing personal mementos Southern PineA wood used for making picture frame moulding. SpacerComponents used to keep artwork away from the surface of the glazing. TT-HingeA method in which top of the artwork is stuck while the bottom hangs freeTriple MatThis has three mat boards (top, middle and bottom). UUltraviolet (UV) EnergyAn invisible portion of the light spectrum which comes from sun rays and can harm the artwork significantly UV-Filter AcrylicAcrylic which prevents the artwork by working as a protection layer between artwork and frame.UV/Non-Glare AcrylicAcrylic that stops UV rays and has a matte finish etched on one side to reduce glare from lighting. VV-GrooveA type of decorative matboard cut where a thin line is cut around the top mat’s window opening. V-HingeA method for attaching artwork to the mount board. Similar to the T-hinge except it is used when the mat board will not be covering the edge of the artwork.WWet-MountingThe application of bonding artwork to a substrate, such as foam core, using wet glues and pastes with a press or weight.WindowWindow is the exact space the artwork has to showcase itself.