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FLOATER FRAMES for PHOTOGRAPHS

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Metropolitan’s floater frames which were originally designed for painters who work on stretcher bars, are now being used on photographs that are mounted and framed without glazing. This presentation is usually on very large photographs that require mounting in order to be presented. They are mounted on different substrates such as dibond or sentra and then a wood panel is mounted on the back of the substrate. The floater frame is adhered to the wood panel mounted on the back with screws. The photograph is recessed slightly from the top of the frame which protects the photograph when handling and shipping. To see our online gallery CLICK HERE




FRAME WIDTHS/DEPTHS Click on frame image to see depth availability

  • 1/2″ FACE

    1/2

    The 1/2″ face on this frame provides not only a more “substantial” look but is structurally stronger for larger work. It comes in 3 different depths and can be modified for non standard cradled panels. It is easier to join for customers who are assembling their own frames.

  • 3/8″ FACE

    3/8

    The 3/8″ face on this frame provides provides a minimal look. It is most often used on small to medium size work. It comes in two different depths which can be modified for non standard cradled panels.

  • PANEL

    PANEL

    Our panel frames were designed to accomodate most paintings on wood panels. They are often used by plein air painters.



MATERIALS

MAPLEMaple is our most popular wood. It is valued by museums and fine art galleries for its neutral appearance. Metropolitan Picture Framing clear lacquer and stain finishes are semi-transparent, allowing the grain of the wood to show. Our painted finishes are opaque and have seamless corners.


FINISHES

  • finish maple 00
  • finish maple 01
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  • finish maple 11
  • finish maple 13
  • finish maple 14
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  • finish maple 17
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  • finish maple 20
  • finish maple 35
  • finish maple 36
  • finish cherry 00
  • finish cherry 10
  • finish cherry 14
  • finish cherry 33
  • finish cherry 34
  • finish cherry 35
  • finish ash 00
  • finish ash 01
  • finish ash 02
  • finish ash 03
  • finish ash 05
  • finish ash 06
  • finish ash 13a
  • finish ash 14
  • finish ash 15
  • finish ash 33

Call customer service for free cuttings. You can also purchase a complete set for $25 plus shipping.



JOINING

Standard JoinFrames are cut to your specifications, glued, and joined with our wedge system from behind so there are no visible nail holes. All frames are then touched up and sanded before they are finished to ensure the highest level of quality.


PACKAGING & SHIPPING

PROFESSIONAL PACKAGING. Plastic wrap or coadhesive is used for protection on all frames. On joined frames cardboard is banded to the top of the frame package for extra protection. Styrofoam corners or angles are put on the top and bottom of the frame package. All packages come in a custom made corrugated box. Boxes are then taped and banded for ease in carrying and additional safety.

SHIPPING ESTIMATES are difficult to give because prices vary by zone, size, and weight. Most orders over $500 that do not require expedited shipping or oversize shipping should not exceed 15% of the order. Note: Although we do not have minimum orders, handling & shipping charges will be high if just ordering one individual frame. This is especially true on larger frames due to UPS oversize charges. To minimize shipping charges on single large frames, we recommend purchasing them unjoined with our wedge system. See framing advice.