3 Ways to Frame Canvas Panels

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The tools and supplies that I used in this video are listed below.
Affiliate Disclosure- the following links to Blick Art Materials are affiliate links which means I earn a commission when you click on them and make a purchase.
FRAMES
Plein Air Frames website were I purchased them www.dailypaintersframes.com/16... UPDATE The site isn't currently taking orders. In 2022 I contacted them and they said they're updating the site and that they could take my order.
Ampersand Floater Frames: shrsl.com/28l0g
Wood Frame: shrsl.com/28l4i
FRAMING TOOLS
Fletcher Point Driver: shrsl.com/28l3s
Logan Point driver amzn.to/47oB7UG
This is the one that I used in the video, the points are flexible so that you can bend them and quickly remove the panel.
Manual Point Driver: shrsl.com/28l47
Here is a manual point driver that's an affordable solution. The metal points aren't flexible but this tool will allow you to frame your own paintings without breaking your budget.
RUBBER PADS (for back of picture frames): shrsl.com/28l66
Picture hanging wire, plastic coated: shrsl.com/28l5q
PAINTING PANELS
Raymar Canvas Panels: shrsl.com/28l4r
Ampersand Gessobord: shrsl.com/28l4z
In this video I show you three different ways to frame a canvas panel, or a flat wood panel. The most popular method is to use a traditional frame. The best way to secure a canvas panel to a frame is to use a point driver. Otherwise, the other two methods require you to use some form of adhesive to glue the painting to the frame.

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@kaseychauhan7882 2 ай бұрын

Hi, would this stop the paintings from warping over time? I'm currently painting a canvas panel and it is warping and I haven't completed it yet.

@ChrisBreier 2 ай бұрын

How a panel is stored can cause it to warp. For example, leaning it against a wall can cause it to warp because of gravity. So placing it a frame where it will be held flat against the frame and hung vertically on a wall would be better. There are other reasons why a canvas panel might warp though. The board might absorb moisture from the paint which causes a situation where one side of the panel expands more than the other. Also, acrylics tend to shrink as they dry (I'm not sure which medium you're using) so it might cause paper or canvas boards to cup a little bit. The canvas panels that have cardboard cores are more prone to warping. Look for canvas panels that are made from wood, or you can make them- here's my demo: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gLdmpM54u9mmZGg.html A cradled panel is the least likely to warp because it has wood bracing on the back as shown in this video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fp15hMRqy7LelGw.html

@User_PC_Loadletter Жыл бұрын

I'm blown away how difficult it is to find floater frames for standard canvas, with all the art classes happening you'd think you could find these everywhere.

@ChrisBreier Жыл бұрын

Some art stores carry them in the most popular sizes. If not, you can order them online.

@TeresaDominici 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris for showing how to frame flat panels.

@lynnekohler8299 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris. That made things easier for me. I appreciate it.

@mikepetersen7319 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You for the valuable Info. The Tip with the Silicone for the Spacers was really clever.

@kingkong24754 10 ай бұрын

Chris, thnx so much for your vids! I just started showing and entering into gallery shows and your mounting, wiring etc. is all very very helpful!

@sanayavg 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! A very concise, informative and short tutorial...thank you sooo much!

@ChrisBreier 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@kathleen8092 2 жыл бұрын

I have been searching for exactly this! 🙏THANK YOU!

@vonaldautterback8831 3 жыл бұрын

This was great information! Thank you, Chris!

@giribhatnagar8128 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. This was detailed and really helpful.

@redbeard365 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU FOR THIS. Exactly what I was looking for.

@Paturn1000 3 жыл бұрын

This was really helpful. Thanks for posting.

@jude1515 5 ай бұрын

Your paintings are beautiful! Good video. I am always trying to find a way to frame mine.

@sarahs5575 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you for showing the different options.

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Sarah!

@ilinka8764 2 жыл бұрын

your tips are the best.thank you

@soniagibbs3366 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Super useful info, thank you so much for sharing

@Partlycloudy70degrees 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this much needed video!!!!

@lagrangehandmade 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Chris for making this video! Exactly the information I needed. Subscribed. Beautiful work too. 😁

@ChrisBreier 4 жыл бұрын

iron60arts Thanks for the complements, good luck with the picture framing!

@PolynHoare 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial hanging panel tools

@fergalobrien96 Жыл бұрын

Legend! Thank you for this. Great video.

@suemassey6099 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thank you.

@K2SO 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks

@vincemazo341 2 жыл бұрын

Good information. Good presentation. Direct, to the point and well done. Subscribed.

@ChrisBreier 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I try to edit out all of the fluff! 🙂 I recently published a couple of other picture framing videos. If you’re interested, they’re in my picture framing playlist.

@dijoyjoe 2 жыл бұрын

Much obliged, thank you for the tips.

@FernandoC 3 жыл бұрын

This is great, thanks so much!

@DesignerNerida 4 жыл бұрын

great info thanks

@ranjanasrivastava1362 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Chris for sharing the idea as to how to frame canvas paintings. I was really keen to learn it..thanks again..subscribed and liked too as you deserve it 😊👍👌

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ranjana, I look forward to reading your comments, thanks for subscribing!

@panvibox9992 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@KayInMaine 3 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful! Thank you so much. :D

@shellypoint 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful! Thank you.

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@isasnz786 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this video was very helpful 🙌✨

@ChrisBreier 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'm glad that you found it helpful!

@aminavierk3610 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much. It’s very helpful and well done video. I needed it!

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'm glad it helped!

@debrahaberman5592 Жыл бұрын

Ty! So helpful.

@KristenK1111 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, great video - thanks!

@ChrisBreier 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'm glad you found it useful!

@jennylfowler1 3 жыл бұрын

This video was SUPER helpful! Thank you! Just stumbled upon your channel and have subscribed!

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to my channel Jenny Fowler! I look forward to reading your comments, thanks for subscribing.

@zaveeramini9712 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was looking for! Subscribed. :)

@Kurtiscott 2 күн бұрын

When i mount my panels in floater frames i also paint the spacers (blocks) with black acrylic. Great demo though!

@Edgecumbeart 3 жыл бұрын

Just what i needed!!

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad it helped! 😁

@angelicaescalera2941 8 ай бұрын

This is exactly what I was look for thank you

@mmkh_art 9 күн бұрын

Thanks, was informative! Will assist in framing canvas board paintings :)

@kelseyvarner5859 3 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@justjules-pourlyequipped9303 Жыл бұрын

Thanking you 😁😁😁

@vickie6228 4 жыл бұрын

I looked a couple of days before I finally happened on this clear explanation of ways to frame my canvas panels. Thank you!!

@ChrisBreier 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Vickie, I’m glad you found it useful!

@ashleyayala535 2 жыл бұрын

Yay thank you so much!!! I’ve been painting a lot of canvas panels because I’m also painting oil and I was like well how do I get it in a frame

@ChrisBreier 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, I’m glad you found it useful!

@hannahgyovai2245 Жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, thanks for this helpful video. I was looking for the kind of frame in the first option -- the one with the wood backing. Where did you find that type of frame?

@yashwithashetty3868 7 ай бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qtxleK1zzN3Ymn0.htmlfeature=shared

@Magic8Art 2 ай бұрын

Thanks

@ChrisBreier 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the super thanks! I will put it towards my next art supply haul! 😀

@uwum0nster 3 жыл бұрын

so chris when are you gonna start a master class!

@jerrydonna3404 3 жыл бұрын

This was excellent information. Thank you! Where did you purchase the first drop-in option frame? I haven’t been able to find something similar to this.

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I think this is the one that I used in the video, they have other styles of frames too. www.dailypaintersframes.com/1687.html

@jerrydonna3404 3 жыл бұрын

Chris Breier Yes, that’s it. Thank you, Chris!

@elegantartzone7505 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this informative video... Joined u.. Stay blessed.. 👍

@ChrisBreier 4 жыл бұрын

Elegant Art You’re welcome! 😀

@rottingrearcommunications7309 5 ай бұрын

Never knew Michael Stipe was an artist

@ChrisBreier 5 ай бұрын

I'll take that as a compliment 🙂

@rottingrearcommunications7309 5 ай бұрын

It was meant that way, great framing btw!@@ChrisBreier

@xsammyx101x 3 жыл бұрын

in the second tutorial with the point gun, is it just as effective to use a regular photo frame with the points already in place?

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

I think the only issue is if the points are rigid you won't be able to bend them back to slip your artwork in the frame. In that case you would have to remove the points, put your painting in the frame, and then use a point driver to put in new points. Most inexpensive frames don't use the flexible points that I used in the demo.

@kseniyasbooknook4172 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this informative video! Could you tell me the website you used for getting the wood frames that you assembled? I assume they're a good place to get abnormal sizes (which I seem to be a fan of unfortunately).

@ChrisBreier Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I made an entire video on how I assembled the wood frame. Here's the link to that video which also has links to the wood frames in the description. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qtxleK1zzN3Ymn0.html. I try to work within the most common canvas sizes because there are a lot of benefits to doing so as I describe in this video, but sometimes a painting just requires a specific size and proportion! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bpuJbLKUqdbUZ5s.html

@kseniyasbooknook4172 Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisBreier thank you so much!

@katjordan1951 4 жыл бұрын

What is the silicone glue you used on the floater frame? Thank you!

@ChrisBreier 4 жыл бұрын

I bought it at the local home improvement center. It's GE premium waterproof silicone. The top of the tube says Silicone II and it's the clear version. I think they may have changed the packaging recently. Other brands will work too. I hope this helps!

@andrewwhitehead2364 3 жыл бұрын

HI Chris, great video. The second option (easiest one with point driver) - Is that type of floater frame only available as a frame kit? or are there some pre made you can order online..Not sure what to search for that type of floater frame..Thank you

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

The floater frame is the 3rd option (with the salt shaker/tomato painting).The second option with the boat painting is just a regular wood frame which I believe is the link in the description that just says “wood frame”. You just glue the corners together and pound in the plastic pieces. There are wood frames like that which are already assembled but they’re usually only available in standard sizes like 8x10, 11x14 etc. The plain square frame profile is usually considered to be a “modern” or “contemporary” frame.

@andrewwhitehead2364 3 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisBreier Thank you!

@brielleschmidt8439 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! I'm having a difficult time finding frames with backings like your first option. Could you provide some helpful links? Thanks!

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

😊 This is where I bought them www.dailypaintersframes.com/1687.html

@brielleschmidt8439 3 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisBreier Unfortunately, my panel is 16 x 20, so just a bit bigger than the options they offer. When I search for "flat panel frame" or "plein air painting frames", I never see a backing on the options.

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

@@brielleschmidt8439 You might have to go with option 2 and use points to hold the panel in a regular frame. There are point drivers listed in the description. You might be able to make a frame with a back like the first option but the measurements are tricky-the frame would have to be larger than 16x20.

@susanclark4770 2 жыл бұрын

@@brielleschmidt8439 Did you ever find one? Sounds like you and I are looking for exactly the same thing, same size.

@kaschnab 3 жыл бұрын

For the third option, do I need to attach the panel to wood or anything so it holds up with time? The back of my canvas board says “economy cotton canvas panel”. Primed w gesso. 100% recycled material. Thx in advance

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

The painting in the video was on gessobord which is a type of wood. Some canvas panels have a cardboard interior which may not as durable. Either way I don't think you need to attach the panel to an extra piece of wood or anything like that. The floater frames from Ampersand comes with instructions which is what I followed in the video. I hope this helps!

@coffeylass Жыл бұрын

Where can we purchase the plein air frames in option 1? Cannot find these anywhere, not with a full 6x6 opening (what we are looking for). Thank you for any resource info you may have.

@ChrisBreier Жыл бұрын

This is where I bought them from. I think they’re working on the site. You might have to contact them. www.dailypaintersframes.com/1687.html

@AlexAlex-qb5nz 4 ай бұрын

The first frame which has the wooden panel backing board is impossible to find. I've tried by looking up Plein air, as suggested but I find only standard canvas painting frames without the wood back panel. Where do they come from?

@ChrisBreier 4 ай бұрын

I updated the video description and it includes a link to the site for the plein air frames. Unfortunately, the site hasn't been accepting payments for years.When I contacted them in 2022 they said they were updating their site and they asked me what I would like to order. So maybe you can try contacting them to see if they still make these frames. It was such a simple way to frame a panel!

@carlitomadrona6211 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a little curious, ist a standard to frame an artwork without a glass or a plexi glass, what if I feel I want to install one, was it out of the norm? I don't know anything about art so do I on framing those, but somebody's asking me to... help pls!

@ChrisBreier 2 жыл бұрын

Generally speaking, works on paper such as drawings and watercolors are framed behind glass to protect them. Oils and acrylics on canvas are usually displayed without glass, although I have seen a few behind glass.

@User_PC_Loadletter 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, but very frustrating trying to find the first option anywhere. The site that you recommend in the comments says "it's not accepting payments". Do you have any other places to find these?

@ChrisBreier 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I just sent them an email asking if they're still taking orders. I will let you know what I find out. I haven't been able to find another source which is disappointing because these make it so easy to frame panels. It's possible to make your own, but it's a little complicated and the extra work kind of makes it not worth it. Anyway, it's basically a regular frame with a piece of wood attached to the back. The only issue is that the opening of a standard 8x10 frame is smaller than 8x10. Plus you want a little extra space around the painting too. So you would have to paint on custom sized panels that take all of that into account. Or you could order a custom frame that has an opening that is larger.

@ChrisBreier 2 жыл бұрын

I found these which have an open back but they're designed so you can glue the panel to the frame. (I never tried them, and I have no affiliation with them). www.webpictureframes.com/product4/3349/black_panel_floater_frame.htm

@luciaantenucci4039 Жыл бұрын

I'm looking for Ideas to frame a 3x4 mini canvas painting..

@ChrisBreier Жыл бұрын

Small frames are difficult to find. I did see some at a big box craft store but I’m not sure if they’re deep enough to accept a mini canvas. I did a few mini canvases and I displayed them on a mini easel.

@Erinba 21 сағат бұрын

Thank you so much. How do you chose the right floater frame with the risers?

@ChrisBreier 13 сағат бұрын

If you're asking about the risers then I assume that you're framing a flat panel so look for the floaterframe that says it fits flat and cradled panels up to 7/8" deep (which is what I used in this video). The deeper floater frames are for thicker canvases and panels. There's the thin edge and thick edge, I like the thin but that's just my preference! 🙂 The Ampersand website lists all of the different styles and colors.

@Erinba 13 сағат бұрын

@@ChrisBreier thank you so much for taking the time to reply to my comment!! If I wanted to buy my own ‘risers’ what are they called exactly? Google isn’t bringing up the results I want .

@ChrisBreier 13 сағат бұрын

@@Erinba Oh, I see! I think something like a square wooden dowel might work. The ones that come with the frame are 15mm on one side and 19mm on the other.

@abilashvb6653 9 ай бұрын

Hi.. I have a oil painting without any edges done on a cloth (not pannel) I received it as rolled ... How to fram this into a frame ?!

@ChrisBreier 9 ай бұрын

From what you said, it sounds the artist shipped the painting rolled. Oil paintings on canvas are usually stretched over a wood frame made from "stretcher bars." It's possible to stretch it yourself but that can be risky if you have never stretched a canvas before. I recommend taking it to a reputable framer and see if they can stretch it for you. Also, you might want to contact the artist who sold it to you and ask them for some advice.

@assortedfrogs5879 2 жыл бұрын

I need to know more about that second option. Where do you get those? I can't find them

@ChrisBreier 2 жыл бұрын

I get them from Blick, there's a link in the description under "wood frame". I also have a video on how to assemble them. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qtxleK1zzN3Ymn0.html

@assortedfrogs5879 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisBreier thank you!

@thegoodcoyote 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, where can I buy a frame like yours in the 2nd approach?

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

There are links in the description, look for the one that says “wood frame.” It’s easy to assemble.

@thegoodcoyote 3 жыл бұрын

Great, found it ... Ayous Wood Frame Kits, thank you for sharing your knowledge!

@jordangonzales8398 3 жыл бұрын

Any item suggestions for the floating frame spacers? I came across two frames with no spacers. I just need those. Got the canvas printed and stretched, its just too small for the frame and i cant find these at ANY local stores. Please help :(

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a tough one...I think you could figure out how tall the spacers need to be and then maybe you could find small wood blocks at a craft store. Or look for square wood dowels at a hardware store. They come in different sizes and maybe one would be close enough. I hope this helps!

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe contact Ampersand support and see if you could buy some spacers.

@jordangonzales8398 3 жыл бұрын

Chris Breier thank you! I looked online and the closet thing I could find was plastic spacers, $8 for 60” and a 12pk for $55 😅 I’ll try the search for wood blocks! Thank you so much for this tutorial. We will definitely be using these methods in our print shop!

@askap4366 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know where I can get a frame 52x38?

@ChrisBreier 3 жыл бұрын

You can buy the wood or metal moulding by the inch and assemble the frame yourself. I've had good luck with westfall framing. Or you can take it to a frame shop. westfallframing.com/

@norlainpanda6480 2 жыл бұрын

What's the name of the gun sir that u used to lock the edges

@ChrisBreier 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a fletcher point driver, it’s a little pricey but worth it. I list all of the tools etc in the description. 🙂

@angelicaescalera2941 8 ай бұрын

Can you tell me exactly what kind of gun in the second video? What brand what size? Please

@ChrisBreier 8 ай бұрын

It's made by Fletcher, there's a link to it in the description. Logan makes one too.

@ChrisBreier 8 ай бұрын

Here's a link to a short video where I use the one made by Logan kzfaq.infolsFQPJ_lzFo?si=aEZ-CxCy1zDlx57P

@angelicaescalera2941 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@bendunselman 8 ай бұрын

Instead of silicone adhesive you could use double sided adhesive tape.

@laurenwatson3841 2 жыл бұрын

Can you just use a photo frame and remove the glass?

@ChrisBreier 2 жыл бұрын

If it’s made from wood, that might work if it’s deep enough. The problem with metal frames is you can’t drive points into it to secure the panel in place.

@Wowwwzaaa Ай бұрын

3:45, instead of ruining you art board, why not glue the blocks inside the frame? 👍🏽

@ChrisBreier Ай бұрын

The silicone is removable so it doesn't ruin the Gessobord. Foam tape is even easier to remove as I demonstrate in this video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r513YMyVxJO3k58.htmlsi=ai2nsnuBFKooWWjn