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Recently we had a very good client of ours come in with a real challenge. Neil has brought in some very interesting items over the years. Interesting and meaningful. After 42 years in the framing profession it is always fun to have a challenge put before us. The Framemakers have been in business since 1969 but our staff’s combined years in the framing profession is 97. Not bad for a staff of three! 

Glass, in one form or another, has been in use for thousands of years. Older picture framing glass contains many inherent flaws, bubbles and waves were common. Antique glass was thicker and had a higher lead content. Which could account for some items with antique glass not fading as much as some items with more modern regular glass. The Framemakers can provide some antique glass for particular applications or glass replacement in antique frames. Including antique convex glass, sometimes called “Bubble Glass”.

Matting is the color between the image and the frame. One, two or even three mats can greatly enhance the item being framed. Mats also create a space to keep the glass from touching the art. There are times though that a mat is not needed. The Framemakers always wants your art presented its best. We love to work with you in the design process.