Econospace is used to separate the artwork from the glazing. It is acid-free and won't harm the artwork. It is self adhesive and attaches directly to the glazing material. The center is hollow so it is very easy to cut. Two sizes are available 1/8" or 1/4". They can be stacked for greater separations.They can be ordered in 5 foot lengths or in bundles. 

Metropolitan carries professional hinging materials for both works on paper and photographs. All are archival. Each has been added for a specific reason. Click on "quick view" to see how we recommend using them. Some of the products are made for ease of use and are recommended for digital prints or reproductions.  Some are made for one of a kind fine artwork for those who want to do hinging in the time honored method used by museum professionals. 

Metropolitan sells the small tools and materials you will need to finish your framing once you receive your order. Strap hangers, wire, picture hooks, etc. are available in multiple sizes to ensure you get the right hardware for your frame. And you can view our frame fitting videos to get framing advice.

Metropolitan carries products for cleaning acrylic, joining very thin frames without wedges, attaching wood spacers, picture framing hooks, and corner protectors that can be custom made to fit the frames you order. We have tried to carry all the products you will need to ensure you can finish the job professionally.

It is not necessary to purchase metal hardware if you are purchasing a metal frame. Each frame comes with a polybag of hardware consisting of everything you need to assemble the frame. Additional polybags of hardware can be purchased as well as individual hanging devices and spring clips. In addition to omni hangers we selll snap and notched hangers for specialty applications. View product list below for more details. Security hangers are also available.

As a manufacturer we generate  scrap moulding, matboard, and acrylic. We will use this section to run specials on these items. This will be a good resource for artists working in small sizes. We also occasionally have over runs of custom milling jobs. Check back regularly for bargains and discontinued product items.