In that case glazing is recommended to protect the mat board.
How to frame a canvas print with mat.
The stretcher frames underlying those canvases are budget quality and not built to stand the test of time.
You ve purchased a small print and it feels swallowed by the wall.
Mats create visual space for the artwork to breathe.
Matching your frame and mat is rarely a good option.
You can mount smaller canvas paintings with mat board.
Framing a painted canvas with a colored mat is not only a great way to complement the artwork but to preserve the artwork for years to come.
Protective glazing usually isn t needed for oil or acrylic.
Buy a frame a few sizes up then cut a mat board to fit in the frame and showcase the art.
If you re choosing a brown frame you probably don t want to use a brown mat.
A simple way to frame a canvas painting using simple tools.
Frame and mat configurations.
I bought the canvas painting from an app called wish for 20.
While it may be tempting to use the same color the likelihood of the mat and frame matching perfectly is pretty slim.
Most framing projects are simple with a flat print that slides easily into one of our easy to assemble canvas frames with certain pieces of artwork however it may take extra components and just a little bit more time especially when you ve bought a one of a kind painting or specialty canvas print.
The same goes for a red frame and a red mat.
Use a mat made from acid free materials and labeled as archival mats prevent the artwork from pressing against the glass and thus protect the painting from moisture damage.