What Is An Accent Mat Framing

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What is an accent mat framing.

This post will provide advice and showcase a few endless mat combinations ranging from simple to super eclectic. We have economy decorative and conservation grade matboards provided by crescent matting. While it may be tempting to use the same color the likelihood of the mat and frame matching perfectly is pretty slim. Double sided tape is applied to the back inside edge of the window mat or to the lip of the picture frame.

With the executive frame style the accent mat is replaced by a wood fillet around the diploma in gold silver or mahogany. First the picture frame is assembled or window mat is cut to size. Accent mats can help the subject pop by creating an additional border around a print. Crescent gallery quality pre cut mats have perfectly cut 45 beveled openings.

Generally the top mat will be darker on a dark work of art and lighter on a lighter work of art. Check out the difference. Below are some examples of this matting style. Adding a double or accent mat to your framed photo or artwork is an easy way to add character to make the image pop even more.

As of may 2019 our available mat styles have increased. In these cases the use of an accent mat is necessary. All matboards are made cut shipped and supplied in the usa. Mats come shrink wrapped with an.

The same goes for a red frame and a red mat. Instead you can pick up the color of your frame as an accent by using 2 mats. Our mat board and mount board are ph neutral and manufactured by the industry leaders. Order custom matboards online in any size and color to perfectly display your art work.

If you mat with those background colors the artist s intended focal point will still draw the eye to it. Don t forget the fillet will cover another 1 4 to 1 of the artwork so the frame or mat opening should be made larger as necessary. Often the accent mat the narrow inner edge will be another strong color in the art. The cream core bevel surface and backing papers which are buffered and ph neutral offer excellent protection for your artwork.

The number one online store since 2012. Choose one of our acid free pre cut mats or customize an uncut matboard. The fine quality surface is highly fade resistant. No minimums and wholesale discounts available.

As a result your artwork will look heavy and mismatched. Add elegance and protection when framing photos or artwork by adding a frame mat in a complementary color.