Accessories – what do I need for proper framing?
Professional framing doesn’t stop at the frame itself. Only the right accessories ensure that pictures are neatly mounted, securely presented, and protected long-term. Whether for storage, mounting, or presentation – with the right framing accessories, artworks can be professionally handled and preserved.
Tapes & Adhesives – Professional Picture Mounting
For professional and material-friendly picture mounting, we offer a selection of acid-free, age-resistant tapes and adhesives. These include proven Filmoplast and Gudy tapes for securely fixing pictures in frames.
For conservation work and particularly delicate pieces, we also offer classic, reversible adhesives:
- Pure wheat starch (water-soluble) – ideal for traditional picture and paper mounting, completely reversible and particularly gentle
- Methyl cellulose – versatile for picture mounting, water-soluble and removable without residue
These adhesives are primarily used in restoration and museum contexts, as they allow for secure attachment without permanently altering the original.
Photo & Graphic Corners – Gentle and Reversible Mounting
Various solutions are available for non-adhesive, conservation-grade mounting:
- 3L Photo Corners 19 mm
- 3L Photo Corners 32 mm with 6 mm border strips
- Graphic Corners 75 × 75 mm
- Graphic Corners with cut-out 75 × 75 mm
These variations hold pictures securely in place and allow for residue-free removal at any time. This ensures that originals remain undamaged, which is especially important for valuable, historical, or collectible items.
Mounting Strips – Flexible Attachment
The transparent mounting strips in 10 cm and 30 cm offer a gentle and conservation-appropriate way to mount photographs, prints, documents, and artworks. Thanks to their special construction, they ensure secure fixation without the artwork coming into direct contact with the adhesive. This protects delicate works and preserves them long-term. The strips can be flexibly cut and are suitable for mounting on Passepartouts, backings, and other support materials.
Mounting Films – Full-Surface Picture Fixation
With Gudy mounting films in 10 m × 40 cm and 10 m × 61 cm, pictures can be laminated flat and permanently. The mounting film is used for professional attachment to support materials, such as cardboard, foam boards, or aluminum composite panels. The full-surface adhesion prevents slipping or waving of the motif, provides stability, and is ideal for presentations, exhibitions, or framed graphics. However, for conservationally valuable originals, reversible mounting methods are often preferred.
Cotton Gloves – Work Cleanly
Cotton gloves are an indispensable tool for framing. They offer reliable protection for your picture, Passepartout, and glass during the framing process. Skin releases natural oils, sweat, and dirt particles that can remain on the surface when touched, causing long-term damage or stains. By wearing cotton gloves, direct contact is avoided, keeping the object clean and preserving its quality and value.
Archival Boxes – Secure Storage
For dust and light-protected storage of sensitive photographs, prints, or graphics, we offer archival boxes in formats 30 × 40 cm, 40 × 50 cm, and 50 × 60 cm. Made from age-resistant fine corrugated cardboard in museum quality, they are ideal for archival storage at home, in the studio, or in the archive.
Picture Stands – Flexible Presentation of Pictures
Our picture stands in 14 cm, 24 cm, 39 cm, and 63 cm are suitable for freestanding presentation of unframed works. Ideal for shelves, sideboards, counters, or exhibition tables.
Tools – Precise Mounting
The Fletcher point driver was specially designed for the secure fixation of glass, Passepartout, picture, and backing in wooden frames. The Fletcher points are precisely shot into the back of the frame molding, ensuring a secure fit for the frame’s contents.
- Fletcher Point Driver
- Fletcher points in 10 mm and 16.5 mm
- Fletcher point remover
The flat shape of the points ensures even pressure distribution on the backing, thus guaranteeing a secure hold for the inserted materials. Thanks to the integrated notch, the points can be easily removed professionally with the point remover if necessary, for example, to open the frame or replace the picture.
Conclusion
Choosing the right accessories is a crucial component of any professional framing. From gentle and professional picture mounting to secure storage and appealing presentation, the appropriate materials help to protect artworks, photographs, and documents long-term and showcase them optimally. Whether conservation-grade mounting with photo corners and mounting strips, permanent lamination with mounting films, or practical accessories for transport and archiving – with the right products, you create the foundation for high-quality and durable framing and long-term archiving.