How to Hang Metal Prints

Those that have been enchanted by the luster, durability and uniqueness of metal prints may experience just one stumbling block: how and where to hang them. Luckily, metal prints are easy to frame and hang, provided you have the right tools, knowledge and the perfect space. The metal prints that... more

How to Paint a Picture Frame

If you’re eager to make a change in your home, look to your picture frames. Whether you have an old frame that could use a little touch up or you’d like to customize a new picture frame to match your color palette, a fresh coat of paint is a small change that can have a big impact on your home... more

All About the Dye-Sublimation Printing Process

Metal prints are all the rage, but it is one type in particular that has taken the art and home décor world by storm: dye-sublimation metal prints. These prints are made using a process that has been around for decades but has only recently been applied to photography and artwork. The result is... more

What Are Metal Prints?

One of the latest trends in high-end art and home décor is the metal print: a photograph or other piece of artwork printed on a metal substrate. While this seems straightforward, there is some confusion as to what a metal print is and isn’t, and how it differs from traditional photo... more

Can You Recycle Picture Frames (and Their Parts)?

There are many ways to reduce our carbon footprint and protect the environment, such as bicycling instead of driving, taking shorter showers, using alternative energy, and, of course, recycling plastic bottles, cans and glass. Additionally, there is power to make a positive impact in the... more

Where to Skimp, Where to Splurge on Picture Frames

One of the major reasons many photos, prints and works of art go unframed is the expected cost. Getting something framed is known (sometimes incorrectly) as being notoriously expensive, but that’s actually a misconception. If you know where to skimp and where to splurge on the frames depending on... more

Hanging Picture Frames in the Bathroom

You may want to spruce up every room in your house with a little personal decoration on the walls, but some rooms are better equipped to handle framed artwork than others. When hanging artwork in the bathroom, the biggest problem you’ll run into is the humidity. Moisture can easily creep into a... more

How to Keep Picture Frames Straight

A crooked picture frame on the wall is one of life’s greatest annoyances, especially if you’re a bit of a perfectionist. You’ve selected the best picture frame for your art and made sure that you’ve hung the frame in the right spot; you don’t want to be constantly nudging one corner to... more

Bottom-Weighting and the Golden Mean

When framing artwork with mat board, one of the questions that arises is how much space, exactly, should be left on all sides of the artwork. Different framers, artists and art lovers have different opinions: some like single mat boards with four equal borders, while others love the look of... more

What to Frame for Valentine's Day

Need some creative inspiration that will make your celebration of love a huge success? We’re here to help. Forget the mundane chocolate and flowers and opt for a meaningful gift that is sure to spark the “feels.” Here’s five sure-fire future favs for your Valentine. Frame Your Favorite... more