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Canvas Framing

How to frame canvas

There are two ways to frame a canvas, 'traditional' and 'floated'. The traditional approach involves framing the canvas in a regular picture frame. However, as the stretched canvas is much thicker than photo prints, a traditional canvas frame won't have glazing. The front of the picture frame overlaps the canvas slightly around the edges, giving a traditional classic finish. 

The floated technique involves framing the canvas in a tray frame, also known as an L Style frame. Canvas floated frames are a modern alternative to traditional canvas framing. The artwork has no overlap frame the frame meaning the entire canvas image is open to view. The floated frame finish looks as if the canvas is floating as there are no obvious attachments. There is a spacing gap around the entire border between the canvas and frame.

How to measure a canvas for float framing

Firstly, measure the height and width of the stretched canvas from edge to edge. Then measure the depth of the canvas. This will allow you to choose an L Style moulding with the correct height. It is recommended for your canvas depth to be slightly less than the rebate depth of the frame so that the canvas sits within the frame.