Framing Materials

Archival frame backing paper is ideal for conservation framing practices. Fits standard roll stands with 3" core. Roll size 36 in. X 300 ft. 7pt (thickness).  The backing paper is light grey, acid free, lignin free, pH 8.0-9.5, virgin alpha...

Provide a cushion against abrasion for paintings, prints and other media when framed. An aggressive acrylic adhesive adheres the tape tightly to the frame rabbet, covering the wood and protecting the framed item. The 1⁄32" thick Volara foam...

Use these adhesive-backed strips for safe, hingeless mounting of artwork to mats. Made from conservation quality archival polyester and acid-free paper, the self-adhesive backing strip never touches the artwork. Simply position the print or photograph in...

This flexible, yet strong white linen tape is a popular choice for joining box edges, hinging album pages, hinging window mats to a backing board or attaching art. The neutral pH acrylic adhesive gains strength overnight. Price per...

Unbuffered board is acid-free (pH 7.0) Recommended for certain photos and prints (albumen, dye transfer, chromogenic) and animal-based fabrics such as wool and silk. Available only in White 32 x 40 in, 4 Ply, 25/pkg

An economical, preservation quality mat board, safe for prints, photos, important documents & letters. An acid/lignin-free, purified alpha cellulose buffered board (pH 8.5) that will resist fading, discoloration and embrittlement.  Colors: White...

The finest mounting board manufactured for today’s museum and fine art professionals. Made from 100% virgin cotton fibers, our board has a smooth, silky soft surface with outstanding cutting characteristics. Passes the Photo Activity Test (P.A.T.)...

These Alpharag Artcare precut mats (pH 8.5-9.5) feature an 8-ply 100% cotton top mat with a beveled window opening and a 4-ply 100% cotton back mat (mount). Incorporating the MicroChamber zeolite technology, these precut mats afford a variety of ready...

 This lightweight, long-fibered tissue has an archival pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive that is permanent and non-yellowing. The fine tissue is ideal for hinging/ mounting translucent and lightweight art because it will not show through once...

Convenient kit includes all materials needed to mount graphics and original art. Contains one 2-oz. jar of unmodified Wheat Start Adhesive, enough heavyweight Mulberry paper to make approximately 150 hinges, a 1” x 10” roll of pressure...

An excellent choice for hinging mats and heavy artwork, this 65/55 thread count fabric tape is water activated and reversible. The neutral pH adhesive has a high tack and lays flat when applied, making it ideal for hinging, mounting or repair...

Pressure sensitive preservation quality thin paper tapes with a neutral pH adhesive that will not yellow with age or damage artifacts. Easy to use and reversible. A lightweight tape suitable for mending papers or pages where it is important to retain...

Made of a blue/grey acid-free paper with foil backing, this tape will attach firmly to any surface and conforms easily to surface irregularities. Use to attach backing paper or board to frame. The non-yellowing acrylic adhesive...

Felt tape provides a soft cushion against scratches for paintings, prints when framed. An acrylic adhesive adheres the felt tape to the frame rabbet, covering the wood and protecting the framed item. The 1/16” thick tape is available in 3 different...

A self-adhesive white linen tape used for applications requiring exceptional strength.Excellent for hinging mats and book repair projects such as re-attaching book blocks to covers. This is a crisp linen fabric that is very thin and folds flat. Acrylic...

This water activated paper tape will support all but the heaviest artwork. Features a high tensile strength, acid-free paper with a calcium carbonate buffer and pH of 8.5. The neutral pH adhesive has a strong tack and will hold firmly without slippage...

The world s largest-selling heat set tissue. A pH neutral heat set adhesive, coated on a porous paper core, allowing it to dissipate air bubbles during the mounting process. Recommended for RC and fiber based prints, slick poster materials, blue prints,...

A cold mount adhesive recommended for B&W and color RC prints.Consist of an easy to use acid-free adhesive in sheet form and a burnishing squeegee. Adhesive is permanent, non staining and positionable, allowing flexibility during the mounting process...