What is a floating glass frame?
A float frame, as the name implies, is designed in such a way that the artwork appears to float within the frame; it is not pressed behind a piece of glass. Because of this illusion, viewers of your artwork gain a sense of three-dimensional depth when viewing the piece.
What can I use for backing of picture frame?
Depending on what you’re framing; you can use cardboard, standard foam board, acid free foam board, mat board, hard board, chip board, easel backs, or what the heck, you can even use wood.
Do floating frames have 2 pieces of glass?
I told you it was super easy to make a floating glass frame. All you need is a second piece of glass. Tape your artwork onto the glass and then sandwich the artwork in between the two.
What is the difference between a floating frame and a regular frame?
A floater frame is a little bit like an open box with no lid; it’s a modern alternative to a traditional picture frame where the artwork is loaded at the front, into the open space. The big advantage of floater frames is that there’s nowhere that the artwork can be obscured or hidden, so the entire image is on show.
How do you keep a picture frame from moving?
Use Two Hooks, Not One In order to keep picture frames from moving on the walls, use two nails or hooks to which you attach the hanging wire; if you’re using a sawtooth hanger, opt to use two instead of one to ensure that the frame is straight.
What is the backing of a painting called?
Backing Paper Kraft or specialty paper which is adhered to the back of a picture frame once the contents have been fitted, also referred to as a “dust cover”. This keeps dust, insects, humidity and other environmental factors from damaging the artwork. Backing paper also gives the frame a clean, professional look.
Are floater frames more expensive?
Despite their rather expensive-looking appearance, floating frames are an affordable and easy to assemble way to display your canvas paintings and photo prints.
What is a backer board for pictures?
Backing boards come in any size. Backing is used to provide support and protection for your artwork, either in a picture frame or as a standalone product in a show kit.
Can any frame be a float frame?
This is a pretty simple process. Here’s what you need: A non-floating picture frame that’s larger than the artwork or photo you would like to frame. An additional piece of glass or acrylic plexiglass that’s the same size as the glass in the picture frame you’ll be using.
What is the back of a picture frame called?
Backing Board
Backing Board – The board on the back of the framed picture used to keep the glass, picture and mount etc. in place.