Glass and mats
Which glass for your art?
With an ever increasing awareness of the effects of light on artwork our customers are choosing glass which offers UV protection. However, we have numerous glazing options designed to showcase and protect your art or prints wherever they're displayed. Acrylic is also available.
Museum Glass – clarity and perfection
Recently we added a new range of glass to our range available. This new glass takes non-reflective surfaces to a whole new level of clarity and perfection. Optimal clarity for true colour transmission – you will see detail in your art you never realised was there. If you truly want a clear, non-reflective glass to protect your most precious items you simply can’t go past Museum Glass.
Tru Vue Glass – protecting your artwork through the years
Glass that protects from UV – whether inside in a dark corner or next to windows, UV penetrates ever corner of your house. Surprisingly UV effects artwork in rooms with few windows. The UV light not only comes from the sun but also from ‘down’ lights in your room. If you want the colours to last you really must choose UV protective glass. Without it your artwork will become faded and lose definition.
Non-Reflective Glass – soft, diffused glass
If reflection is an issue in your home non-reflective glass is a great solution – particularly if you would like a soft look on your artwork. Non-reflective glass is truly lovely on needle work and watercolours – where definition is not such a priority but rather a soft glow is preferable.
Standard Clear – a perfectly economical solution
If you want to keep it simple this is the glass for you. Standard clear is high quality without the price tag. It is well suited for commercial or large quantities where conservation is not a priority.
Now...where you can be truly creative
Mats – or the colour border used around the art – allow you to really create unique, personalised looks. Every colour under the sun is available to choose from – not to mention a range of materials and effects. Suede, leather, satin and coloured fabrics all provide the opportunity to create a striking effect. Circles, squares, embossed leaves – you name it, there is a multitude of mats available.
Cut into any shape you can think of
We are now equipped with the latest in digital mat cutting technology. Our computerised mat cutter allows us to cut any shape with absolute precision and efficiency.
Have you thought about shapes or words in your mat borders? We can even create shapes – such as paw prints, footballs – any shape to suit your art or photo.
And for those wishing to conserve...
Direct Framing has sourced the best-of-the-best in conservation mats. Supplied in museum grade with 100% cotton and acid free our mat range will offer only protection for precious heirlooms and prized art. Coupled with the technology to perfectly preserve art you can be sure your irreplaceable items are in good hands for the future.
