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Ever wonder what the terms used in Custom Framing mean? GlossaryAcid BurnYellowish-brown lines that appear on artwork that was not framed using conservation materials. This causes the artwork to discolor and become brittle.Acid FreeThis general term is used to describe paper materials with a 7 pH, or very close to 7 pH. Acid-free materials are more permanent and less likely to damage or discolor over time.ArchivalDescribes the framing procedure where all materials are completely acid free. See Conservation Framing.Adhesive Transfer TapeUsed in mounting artwork, backing boards and similar materials where two adhesive surfaces are needed. (Mats to mats, dust cover to frame, etc.)Beveled EdgeA 45-degree cut at the inside edge of a mat board window. Exposes about 1/16" of the mat board core.Conservation FramingDescribes the framing procedure where all materials that come in contact with the artwork; mat board, mounting board, etc, are completely acid free. It is designed to minimize the deterioration of the artwork caused by exposure to the environment.Corrugated CornersProtects the corners of a frame when in transit. Made from corrugated cardboard, our corners are adjustable to fit two positions, 3/4" and 1 3/8".Double MatTechnique where the artwork is matted using two separate mat boards, one on top of the other. The amount of the bottom mat you see is determined by the offset.Dust CoverPaper which is placed on the back of wood frames to protect artwork from dust. Usually made from Kraft paper.Floating ArtworkMatting technique where the mat board does not overlap the artwork. The artwork is adhered directly on the mat board with its edges exposed. It appears to "float" within the frame instead of having the mat board window covering its edges.Foam CoreStiff, lightweight material used as a backing (mounting) board to give rigidity to the image. Foam makes up the center of the board with a layer of paper on its surfaces.FoxingThis reddish brown patches found on artwork that was not framed using conservation materials. This is caused by a combination of metallic salts, high humidity and high temperatures.Frame PairOne frame pair is equal to two frame sections. Two pairs make one frame.HardwareDescribes the brackets, metal or plastic that are used to assemble a metal or wood frame.HingingProcedure where a strip of tape is folded and attached to the artwork and then to the backing board or mat board. NOTE: As a rule you want to use a tape that is weaker than the artwork so that if the artwork is pulled the tape will tear, not the artwork.Image SizeThis is the actual measurement of your picture. Usually this is 1/4" larger than the window size of the mat board.Linen LinerAn inner frame that is wrapped in a white or natural colored linen material. Most commonly use within a larger frame to offset the frame from the artwork.Mat BoardA colored paperboard material used to create a transition from the picture to the frame.Mat Board OffsetThe reveal of the bottom mat board when one mat window is stacked on top of another. A standard offset between the top and bottom mat is 1/4".OffsetThe reveal of the bottom mat board when one mat window is stacked on top of another. A typical offset between the top and bottom mat is 1/4".Plexi-glassAcrylic material used in place of glass. It is distortion free, light weight and shatter resistant. Standard and UV Plexi-glass are available.ProfileThe cross section illustration which displays the Height (H), Width (W), and Rabbet (R) of the frame, giving you a better understanding of its size.RabbetThe inner channel of a frame which holds the picture and any framing materials.SpacerOften made from foam core or mat board, it creates an area between the plexi-glass and the picture. Shadow Box frames can be made using spacers.WindowThe opening in a mat board to view the picture underneath.
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