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Custom Framing & Presentation

Professional custom framing, picture mats, and mounted display for artwork, photography, and business presentations. We help your work look its best.

$65Starting Mat + Frame5–10 dayTurnaroundConservationGradeFreeIn-Store Consultation
Who frames with us

Custom framing for people whose work deserves to last.

For collectors

Conservation framing

Acid-free mats, UV-protective glazing, archival backing. The standards used by museums — for work you want to keep for decades.

For photographers & artists

Exhibition & show prep

Consistent framing across a series. Float mounts for photography. Shadow boxes for 3D pieces. Sized for gallery standards.

For homes & offices

Display framing

Photos, prints, artwork, certificates, memorabilia. Wide moulding library — minimalist gallery to traditional ornate.

Materials

What we build with.

Mats
Acid-free, museum & standard cores

Wide color library. Single, double, or triple mat. Custom cut to any specification.

Glazing
UV glass · Anti-reflective · Acrylic

UV protection up to 99%. Anti-reflective coating available. Lightweight acrylic for shipping.

Moulding
Wood, metal, hand-finished

Wide library — modern minimalist gallery profile to traditional ornate. Local & imported options.

Backing
Archival foamcore, acid-free

For conservation work. Standard backing available for non-archival framing projects.

The framing process

How a consultation actually works.

01

Bring in your piece

Drop by the studio or call to schedule. We'll measure, discuss the work, and talk about how you want to display it.

02

Choose mat, moulding, glazing

We pull real samples from our library so you see materials against your piece — not on a screen.

03

Approve the quote

Itemized estimate before any work starts. No surprises on the final invoice.

04

5–10 days, then pickup

Standard turnaround. Rush for show deadlines. We'll call when it's ready.

Framing FAQ

Before you bring it in.

Can I order a frame without coming in?
For standard-size mats, yes — sold through the catalog. For anything custom (conservation framing, unusual sizes, shadow boxes, float mounting), we strongly recommend an in-store consultation with your piece.
What does "conservation framing" mean?
All materials touching the artwork are acid-free and chemically stable. UV-protective glazing blocks 99% of UV light. Archival hinges that don't bleed. The framing protects the piece for decades, not damages it.
Can you frame work I didn't print at Avant?
Absolutely. We frame anything — originals, photos from elsewhere, family heirlooms, certificates, jerseys, memorabilia. You don't need to print with us to frame with us.
Do you ship framed work?
Yes — we crate framed pieces for safe shipping. Acrylic-glazed frames are especially ship-friendly. For show deliveries, we coordinate with your shipper or recommend a local fine-art handler.
Let's frame it right

Bring in the piece.

In-person consultation is free. We'll pull samples, measure, and quote — no obligation.