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- Fri 08 Apr, 2011 6:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 5 levels of framing question
- Replies: 71
- Views: 19182
Re: 5 levels of framing question
To return to the original thread regarding photographs and unbuffered mountboard for a moment. As we are aware Cotton Museum Board is made from 100% cotton fibre and the unbuffered board is especially made for mounting certain types of photographs. It would appear that these photographs are particul...
- Thu 07 Apr, 2011 6:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Framing, and support for cross stitch needlework
- Replies: 16
- Views: 12842
Re: Framing, and support for cross stitch needlework
The first method I always consider when supporting cross stitch is to lace, as already mentioned it is very easy and once you becoming accustomed to lacing it is quick. However, pins and foamboard is just as good and in some cases can be just as quick as lacing. Which ever method one uses it is easy...
- Sun 13 Mar, 2011 7:57 am
- Forum: Outgassing
- Topic: condensation
- Replies: 4
- Views: 8262
Re: condensation
A couple of weeks ago a lady, for whom I had framed a item of crewel work in a firescreen, phoned in a panic saying that she had cleaned out the fire, re-laid it, replaced the firescreen then gone to do some gardening. Problem was that she had left a couple of embers in the fire which had relit and ...
- Sat 12 Mar, 2011 7:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Constant problems with self adhesive backing tape....
- Replies: 21
- Views: 20873
Re: Constant problems with self adhesive backing tape....
I tend only to use gummed tape for the reasons given earlier. However, I wet the tape using a paint brush that I also use when applying PVA for mitre joints etc consequently there is always a small amount of PVA diluted in the water. Helps the tape adhere to the moulding and backboard.
- Thu 10 Mar, 2011 7:33 am
- Forum: Adverts/Sales/Wants
- Topic: Computer Mount Cutting
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1780
Re: Computer Mount Cutting
If you don't wish to travel to London to view a Valiani the Valiani Support Group have a demonstration Unit in Lincoln with MatPro-ix CMC and a Supreme-iS. For further details please contact valianisg.uk@btinternet.com or phone 01673860249.
Mal Reynolds
Mal Reynolds
- Thu 10 Mar, 2011 7:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Framing Seminar Videos?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1723
Re: Framing Seminar Videos?
After giving seminars either at Lion events or the Spring Fair I always load the power point slide shows on my web-site under articles. If you don't have power-point then you will have to download a power point player. Web-site www.harlequin-frames.co.uk The Spring Fair seminars have normally been a...
- Mon 28 Feb, 2011 6:28 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: making a proffesional job with staples...
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2137
Re: making a proffesional job with staples...
Could you not cut a mount to cover the staples?
As Prospero mentions you could have supported the fabric by using stretcher bars or alternatively laced the item onto the board. There are many ways of supporting fabrics without resorting to staples.
Mal Reynolds
As Prospero mentions you could have supported the fabric by using stretcher bars or alternatively laced the item onto the board. There are many ways of supporting fabrics without resorting to staples.
Mal Reynolds
- Wed 23 Feb, 2011 7:03 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Which are the best AR & AR+UV glass types?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3412
Re: Which are the best AR & AR+UV glass types?
Hi John I also picked up the booklet written by John Palmer form the Wessex stand - it is excellent. I was particularly impressed by the framed pictures on their stand and particularly that showing the ArtGlassARUV and speaking with John he highly recommended this glass. One might say that he would ...
- Tue 22 Feb, 2011 6:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Under Mounts
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2858
Re: Under Mounts
I understand that the green ECO board was made from the waste board remaining after Conservation by Design had made their conservation/museum quality boxes. The reason it was coloured green was to distinguish it from other boards, I agree with the comments made that it was a superb board.
- Sat 19 Feb, 2011 7:12 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Under Mounts
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2858
Re: Under Mounts
I use Arqadia's range of conservation backing boards. Just recently I had a request to cut two pieces of 2.2mm backing board stick them together to form a 4.4mm deep bevelled mount. Tried it but what a fad then decided to stick them together first and cut the both in one go, once I had made minor ad...
- Sat 19 Feb, 2011 7:04 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Safe storage of customers' artwork
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4749
Re: Safe storage of customers' artwork
I have an old ex-RAF Ops room 10 draw plan chest that I managed to find before leaving the Service and combine this with Arqadia's Visifiles of varying sizes.
Mal Reynolds
Mal Reynolds
- Sat 12 Feb, 2011 6:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Medal framing research...any recommendations?!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3356
Re: Medal framing research...any recommendations?!
A reference book I keep close to hand is the "Medal Yearbook" which gives an explanation and description of each medal awarded to UK Forces. It is split into decorations ie. VC; campaign medals i.e.1914-15 Star etc; long and meritorious medals i.e. Indian Army Meritorious Service Medal 184...
- Tue 31 Aug, 2010 6:12 am
- Forum: Technology - CMC's Computers Etc
- Topic: CMC cuts per year
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3295
Re: CMC cuts per year
I agree with Keith's comments anyone who might be considering purchasing a second hand CMC should pay close attention to the advice given by Jared.
- Fri 13 Aug, 2010 8:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: gcf fine art trade guild qualifications
- Replies: 26
- Views: 7838
Re: gcf fine art trade guild qualifications
You raise a number of interesting issues with regards to the benefits of having the GCF Qualification which I am sure will generate a number of responses both beneficial and not. From my perspective the GCF Qualification has been instrumental in establishing a successful framing business and perhaps...
- Tue 11 May, 2010 10:00 am
- Forum: Designs
- Topic: Valiani Cuts 3.5mm Mountboard
- Replies: 2
- Views: 7620
Re: Valiani Cuts 3.5mm Mountboard
Hey Mark - I occassionally wave a magic wand but not often!!!
Mal
Mal
- Tue 11 May, 2010 6:27 am
- Forum: Designs
- Topic: Valiani Cuts 3.5mm Mountboard
- Replies: 2
- Views: 7620
Valiani Cuts 3.5mm Mountboard
At the Spring Fair there was some questions regarding the cutting of Arqadia's thick board. Recently I have been cutting 3.5mm Arqadia board with ease. I have attached an example cut showing the Valiani name in Italian colours, my machine is a Supreme but the Mat Pro will produce just as good result...
- Thu 04 Mar, 2010 7:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Advice on how to float-mount
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1098
Re: Advice on how to float-mount
Hi Billy I recently gave a seminar at the Spring Fair called ''Whats Inside'' this included some work I did on float mounting and the hinges used; the power-point presentation is on my web site www.harlequin-frames.co.uk under the tab, articles. I am not sure of the weight of the board but you might...
- Wed 03 Mar, 2010 7:20 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Canvas swatch under window mount
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1916
Re: Canvas swatch under window mount
I have a similar problem, a customer has brought a giclee on canvas and wants a similar framing job as seen in the shop but there is insufficient borders to get the same effect using standard method with stretcher bars. We have agreed that I will attempt to treat the canvas as artwork on paper with ...
- Fri 30 Oct, 2009 5:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Vivian Kistler at The Spring Fair
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1174
Vivian Kistler at The Spring Fair
The workshop and seminar programme for next years Spring Fair has been published and Vivian Kistler is scheduled to make give three seminars as follows: Mon 8th Feb, 1230 - Double sided framing, including 3D objects. Tuesday 9th Feb, 1230 - As Above. Wed 10th Feb, 1115 - Framing Collectables + 14 wa...
- Fri 25 Sep, 2009 5:46 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Business Insurance for Home Based Workshop ?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2547
Re: Business Insurance for Home Based Workshop ?
Hi Adam When I first looked at insurance for the same sort of operation as yourself I was shocked at the prices quoted to me. I went to a local insurance broker and expalied what I required and got insurance for around £300 and this covers my requirements. The insurance is through AVIVA and the brok...