The frame is made to stand the test of time for generations to come.
The frame is sold without the illustrations shown in some of the photos. The author of the illustrations is Zane Veldre and you can buy them here.
Construction
Reinforced corners with solid oak splines for added strength and durability.
Hanging hardware and brass wire are pre-installed, allowing the frame to be displayed in either portrait or landscape orientation.
Brass plated turn buttons securely hold the contents in place while allowing easy access.
Dimensions
The listed width and height refer to the size of the artwork the frame is designed to hold.
The visible opening is slightly smaller to slightly overlap the edges of the artwork.
The artwork is intended to be mounted on the included pH-neutral mounting board.
The frame profile measures 40 mm wide × 20 mm thick.
The rabbet is 10 mm deep and 8 mm wide, with a 1.5 mm lip overlap on all sides to securely retain the artwork.
Materials
The frame consists of:
- Solid wood frame
- 2mm glass
- 1.5mm pH-neutral mounting board
- 1.5mm pH-neutral spacer
- 4mm Baltic birch plywood backing board
Finish
Choose between:
- Linseed oil wax finish – enhances the natural beauty of the wood while providing a soft, pleasant natural scent.
- Untreated – a slightly lighter appearance, ideal if you wish to apply your own finish.
Glass options
Standard Non-Glare Glass
- Softens reflections while maintaining good visibility.
- Recommended for posters, prints, certificates, and diplomas.
- Approximately 40% UV protection.
Premium Artglass AR 70
- Reduces visible reflections by approximately 99%, creating an almost invisible viewing experience.
- Blocks approximately 70% of harmful UV radiation to help protect artwork from fading.
Wood
All timber is responsibly sourced from Latvian forests.
For ash frames:
- Light ash is crafted from sapwood.
- Dark ash is crafted from heartwood.