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QuestionWhat is the best way to store canvases?
Antoine de VilliersAntoine de Villiers is an Artist and the Founder of Antoine Art Studio LLC based in Savannah, GA. Antoine has over 25 years of experience, specializing in oil painting, graphite & charcoal drawing. She has had over 70 exhibitions around the globe and her work has received numerous awards including Best Figurative Artist by The Richmond Art Museum, Indiana (USA), Best Solo Artist by Eric Smith at the New York Art Expo, and first place in Figurative Painting by Pamela Jean Tinnen from Artrepreneur. She earned her Web Design Diploma from Boston Business College and studied Indian Art, Visual Art, and Modern Art at the University of Oxford, Department of Continuing Education.
ArtistFor paintings that will be sorted for a considerable time, wrap them in acid-free, neutral PH glassine paper to protect them from dust. Make sure nothing pushes against the painting, especially if it is on a stretched canvas. Shelves with vertical dividers are ideal, but if you have limited space, canvasses of the same size can safely rest on each other vertically, as long as the stretchers are aligned. -
QuestionWhat is the correct way to tie a picture cord on the back of a frame?
Community AnswerSee Step 5 of Part 3 in the article. Screw-in eye hooks or screws one-third of the way down from the top and cut off a length of hanging wire that's 6" longer than the frame's width. Twist a small loop (1/2-inch) in the center of the hanging wire and wrap the end through/around your eyehooks/screws and tightly to your eyehooks/screws. Then twist the hanging wire tails around the spanning wire to secure them. Untwist your center loop and hang the picture. -
QuestionI have canvas that is stretched over a two inch edge, meaning the picture stands two inches high off the table when laying flat. How do I frame that?
Demari HarrisCommunity AnswerMicheal's offers great deals on custom framing all the time. Sometimes up to 60% off! Try going to one near you, as they can give you an estimate on how much framing will cost. They also offer a wide variety of frames, ranging from fancy to casual. -
QuestionCan I put the canvas print on top of the frame instead of inside?
Community AnswerSure, you can try that, but you better be sure that the front of your frame is totally flat and smooth. -
QuestionCould I use a normal photo frame for canvas as well or does a canvas need its own special frame?
Rosie V.Community AnswerA canvas would typically be too thick for a regular photo frame, so it most likely wouldn't fit. That's why they make frames especially for canvases. -
QuestionI have a 5 piece Harley Davidson canvas kit that isn't framed. Two pieces are 1'x2', and two are 1'x3' and the center piece is 2'x4', so I just wanted something like 1/2' thick. Any ideas?
Tina Aquilino KleinCommunity AnswerIf you mean they are unstretched canvases, you could stretch them over heavy duty stretcher bars, which I know Michael's offers through custom framing. They are about 1/2” thick and about 4” wide.
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QuestionI noticed text about cleaning glass near the end of this lesson. Since canvas artwork is usually not covered by glass, I'm wondering if this section applies to other mediums like watercolor, which could be confusing.
k-pop quiz loverCommunity AnswerThe lesson likely distinguishes between care instructions for framed art under glass (like watercolors, drawings, or prints) and un-glazed canvas artwork (oil or acrylic paintings). Canvas paintings typically should not be covered by glass because they need to "breathe" and can suffer from trapped moisture. -
QuestionI have a canvas photo that I want to frame. The canvas was built cheaply and is falling apart. It has already gotten dirty from a fall. How can I frame this to hang?
k-pop quiz loverCommunity AnswerTo fix and frame a falling-apart canvas, remove the canvas from the broken stretcher bars and mount it onto a new rigid backing (foam board or wood panel) using archival spray adhesive or glue. Clean gently with a slightly damp microfiber cloth, then frame in a shadowbox or standard frame.
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QuestionI purchased two rolled canvas prints online. Can I buy a frame from Ikea or Hobby Lobby and lay the prints inside and hang it that way?
k-pop quiz loverCommunity AnswerYes, you can buy frames from IKEA or Hobby Lobby to frame rolled canvas prints, but you cannot simply lay them inside like a photograph. Because canvas is thicker and typically wavy, it needs to be held tightly, usually by securing it to a rigid backing board or stretching it first.
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QuestionWhat size frame do I need for a 50 X 40cm canvas?
k-pop quiz loverCommunity AnswerA 50 x 40 cm canvas requires a frame with an internal dimension of 50 x 40 cm (15.75 x 19.69 inches). This is a very common standard size, frequently sold as a 16x20 inch frame, which fits 40x50 cm canvases nearly perfectly.
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QuestionWhat do I do if there is no stretcher bar on the print?
k-pop quiz loverCommunity AnswerIf a canvas print arrives without stretcher bars, you can frame it in a floating frame, mount it on a board, or purchase DIY stretcher bars to assemble it yourself. For temporary display, you can use poster rails or clips, or use a steamer/damp cloth to flatten it before mounting.
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QuestionHow to hang an artwork picture that’s not on a canvas?
k-pop quiz loverCommunity AnswerHanging artwork that is not on a canvas (such as prints, posters, or photos) can be achieved using adhesive strips, clips, or creative hanging systems. Popular, non-damaging methods include Command strips, Washi tape, or using binder clips to hold the paper and hanging them on small nails.
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QuestionIs DIY post–painted stretching difficult & necessary? What are the associated risks and potential for art damage?
k-pop quiz loverCommunity AnswerStretching a post-painted acrylic canvas isn't strictly necessary but highly recommended for a professional, durable, and flat display. While DIY stretching is not overly difficult, it carries risks of cracking the paint or distorting the artwork if not handled correctly.
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QuestionI just received two canvas prints and want to put them in a regular frame. Do I need to glue them to a board before framing them?
Tom BCommunity AnswerIf your canvas prints are already stretched on wooden bars, you do not need to glue them; instead, use a frame designed for stretched canvas, such as a floater frame. If they are loose or unstretched, you should mount them to a backing board first so they sit flat in a regular frame.
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QuestionIf I have a stretched canvas painting that is 12x12 inches, what size frame should I look for?
Tom BCommunity AnswerLook for a 12x12 inch frame specifically designed for stretched canvas, often referred to as a floater frame.
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QuestionI have an unstretched canvas painting. How can I frame and hang it?
Tom BCommunity AnswerYou can either stretch it onto stretcher bars and hang it directly, or mount it in a frame or shadow box with backing. For a quicker or more temporary solution, consider using poster hangers or clips.
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QuestionWhat type of frame is best for a 16 x 20 x 5/8” deep canvas with painted sides? Is framing necessary?
SupriyapuramTop AnswererYou can use a wood picture frame, metal frame, or floater frame for stretched canvas artwork. A floater frame is particularly designed for canvases.
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QuestionI have a large (rolled up) piece in which the paint is thickly troweled on. Should I protect the canvas with glass when I stretch and frame it?
Rodd CohenCommunity AnswerPaintings on canvas generally do not need glass protection. Simply stretch them over a wooden frame and staple to the rear.
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QuestionGenerally speaking, with a store bought frame, how much of the picture should one expect to lose around the edges due to the lip on the front of the frame?
Rodd CohenCommunity AnswerThe rabbet is usually 1/4” deep. The rabbet is the “lip” as you call it. So if you are buying an 8” x 10” frame, it will accommodate your 8” x 10” image with ease but on the sight size, will actually be a 7.5” x 9.5” opening.
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QuestionEven though it says framing a canvas does not require glass, is it possible to still keep the glass in the frame and then follow all the steps as above but with the glass in the frame too?
Community AnswerCanvas allows two types of paints, oil or acrylic; both need surface air to breath. Putting the canvas behind glass could result in the paint building up moisture and then sticking to the glass, which can cause mold issues. Best to use a shadow box style if you want protection.
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