STRETCHERS Sustainable kiln dried poplar hardwood 12 degree beveled front Mitered corners, plywood corner braces Sanded cross bars (for sizes over 36") and edges1-3/4" standard depth or custom depth Folding feature and custom shapes available STRETCHING #12 cotton duck standard Linen and muslin provided by customer Staples placed 2" apart, pulled tightly Flat Double folded corners PRIMING Gesso prime (coarse or smooth) Two layers of prime standard (sanding after each) RE-STRETCHING Existing paintings Either previously stretched or not Stapled with consistent pull Flat double-folded corners PANELS Birch ply Mitered corners Corner braces (for sizes over 10") Cross bracing (for sizes over 30") Sanded surface and edges 1-1/2" standard depth or custom depth BEVELED EDGE PANELS 12 degree inward bevel Birch Mitered corners Masonite corner braces (for sizes over 10") Cross bracing (for sizes over 30") Sanded surface and edges MOUNTED DRAWINGS ON PANEL Baltic birch surface Mitered corners Sanded edges Attached with archival glue ART BOXES (suitable for digital prints) Primed ply Mitered corners Corner braces (for sizes over 36") ART BOARDS, BLOCKS Solid hardwood Primed and suitable for prints FLOATER FRAMES FOR PAINTINGS Custom depths available Wire or "D" rings for hanging Custom face widths available Tightly bound to edge or reveal available PLATFORMS Made with 3/4 MDF Glued and brad nailed Sanded, primed, and painted upon request CUSTOM WORK FOR ARTISTS Call 312-505-4955 with your idea Past Custom Projects: a fence for an installation, supports for handmade doll and puppet, miniature art cabinet and easle for art on boards, "en plein air" drying box, painting racks, wall support to create a plaster sculpture, and framing for stained glass. _______________________________________________________ JOEL FROMER Joel has a masters in both Literature and Theology. He spent over 10 years in human services assisting those afflicted with mental illness and addiction. Joel now runs a wood shop devoted to the arts. TAYLER WALKER Chicago native and bicycle enthusiast with experience in building wheeled creations and navigating city streets. Lover of art and a collector of the work of close friends.