Framing notes
from the workshop.

Guides, technique deep-dives and behind the scenes from the Northcote workshop. Updated monthly.

Matching the frame to the piece is part medium, part context, part room. Here is how we approach it in the studio.

Why some works sit directly on the mat board, reveals and all. A quick guide to when float mounts shine.

The story behind our timber. Certified native forests, Chain of Custody, and why local materials change the finish.

Reflection, UV protection, clarity. Is it worth the upgrade? Most of the time, yes.

Slim, standard or chunky? What your canvas is actually telling you about the profile it wants.

The short answer is almost always yes. The long answer involves glass, mat boards and hanging hardware.

Framing notesfrom the workshop.