STEP 1: Choose the Right Frame
Select a frame that complements the size and shape of your print.
STEP 2 : Unpack and Clean the Frame
- Carefully remove all packaging.
- Put on gloves to protect your hands and avoid leaving fingerprints on the glass.
- Clean the glass using two cloths:
~ One for a thorough clean
~ One for a smooth polish
~ Alternatively, you can use newspaper to polish the glass. - Hold the glass up to natural daylight to make sure there are no smudges or dust.
STEP 3 : Prepare the Print and Mount
- Place the white mount (often provided with the frame) face down on a clean surface.
- Turn it over and lightly mark each corner about 2–3 mm from the opening. This helps you center the print correctly based on its size.
- Place the print behind the mount using your marks as guides.
STEP 4 : Attach the Print
Once the print is centred:
- Apply two triangular pieces of framer's tape at opposite corners to hold it in place.
- Do not tape all four corners yet—this gives you room to adjust if needed.
When satisfied with the alignment:
- Secure the remaining two corners.
- Apply strips of framer's tape along each side of the print to prevent any gaps between the mount and the print.
STEP 5 : Assemble the Frame
- Double-check everything—cleanliness, alignment, and tape positioning.
- Insert the print and mount into the frame.
- Secure the backboard.
- Make sure the hanging hook is in the correct position.
