CLASSIC MOULDINGS, STRETCHER FRAMES AND LINEN LINERS

The liners are Canadian-made mouldings on a high-quality stretcher frame with linen liners.

King's Framing linen liners flawlessly create space between a finished frame and a stretched canvas. Made with premium pine milled in Canada, the stretcher bars are lightweight, rot-resistant, and provide a robust structure with fewer defects and without warps.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

We recommend using a soft, dry cloth with gentle pressure to clean your frame. Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasives that may cause damage. Proper care can help preserve your frame's beauty and longevity.

WHAT IS A LINEN LINER?

Linen liners, generally solid-coloured with little or no ornamentation, play a similar function to mats in picture framing. They provide a blank space between artwork and frame, drawing the eye into the painting on canvas and enticing it back as it moves out again.

CANVAS

Linen liners are most commonly used on original paintings or prints on canvas that do not have a clear cover. Unlike mats, linen liners do not require glass or acrylic glazing protection. As they are often as thick as 5/8" (compared to the 1/8" of a mat), they take up much of the space behind the lip of the frame. However, they have their own lip, where the artwork sits.

CONSTRUCTING LINEN LINERS

Linen liners are made from kiln-dried wood solid wood lengths, usually between 5/8" and 1/2" thick.

The wood lengths have a bevelled edge on one long side and are wrapped in textured linen fabric. The natural colour of the wood is covered with natural linen. The most common linen liner colours are white, black, natural, or beige.

A metal lip may be attached to the bevel for contrast. Alternatively, a more detailed lip with a painted edge may be used.

These fabric-covered wood lengths allow the framer to cut and assemble them in the sizes necessary for custom frame orders.

DESCRIPTION

When ordering a custom linen liner, the framer will cut the liner using the same saw or blade used for cutting picture frame mouldings. Like a picture frame, the lengths are cut at a 45° angle, called a mitered edge. The lengths are joined using an underpinner, which shoots 90° nails—called wedges—into two joined 45° corners to create a right angle.

The linen liner will be cut to fit the artwork's dimensions. Therefore, the picture frame must be trimmed to fit the outer dimensions of the linen liner. If the liner and frame are ordered, the frame will be shipped with the linen liner already joined.

FEATURES

These simple, traditional liners feature a long-bevelled edge and full coverage in subtly textured linen. The linen wraps around the lip and disappears into the frame lip for a smooth, seamless overlay. This style is available in White, Black, and Natural.

Four different widths:

• 1-1/4 inch
• 1-3/4 inch
• 2-3/4 inch

METAL LIP

This linen liner is slightly more decorative but still simple. The short-bevelled lip is covered with a scooped metal casing that adds a touch of gilt and shine to the display. The style is available in White, Gold, and Silver.

LINER SELECTION DETAIL

If you have an existing artwork, you will order your linen liner based on its dimensions. Select the liner from our Linen Liner selection and enter the artwork dimensions. Choose the type of backing you need, and plexiglass if necessary.

Note: If you are ordering a liner for an already stretched canvas painting or print, measure diagonally across each way (top left to bottom right and bottom left to top right) before entering your dimensions. These two measurements should be the same. If not, your canvas frame is skewed and may not fit correctly in the liner.

LINER COMBINATION WITH FRAME

When ordering a liner for an existing frame, you must note the liner's width and the inside dimensions of your frame.

Measure the inner dimensions of the frame from the back, behind the lip. If applicable, the size listed on the frame should be equivalent to the measurement. Be exact in your measurement, as 1/8" can make a great deal of difference.

Then, subtract the liner width you plan to order from the inside dimensions of the frame. For instance, if your frame opening is 36x24" and you have chosen a two-inch liner, your artwork size will be 32x20" (36"—left side of the liner (2")—right side of the liner (2") = 32").

Please contact Bob before ordering if you need more clarification on your measurements. We cannot be held responsible for liners that do not fit existing frames. For custom framing and special orders, please get in touch with Bob at 1-705-752-4211

LINER AND FRAME

If you are ordering a liner and a custom picture frame, you will order them individually. When ordering the linen liner, enter your existing artwork dimensions.

However, the "artwork" dimensions for your frame will be the outer dimensions of the artwork plus the linen liner.

For example, if you are ordering a 2" liner for a 12x18" artwork, the "artwork" dimensions for the frame order will be 16x22" (12 + left side of liner (2") + right side of liner (2") = 16'). You may also include a note in your order letting us know the linen liner is meant for the frame. This way, we can ensure the correct measurements and fit the liner into the frame before shipping.

The completed linen liner looks like a picture frame. It will sit inside the picture frame.

• Full linen liner, ready to be placed in the frame
• Order a frame and a liner together to receive the pieces fully assembled
• Assembled frame and liner.

A linen liner is an excellent addition to a framed canvas print or large framed paper artwork. You will find a style that suits your needs and will enhance your artwork for many years.

If you have any questions about mounting artwork or our other products or services, please do not hesitate to contact Bob. Our knowledgeable framer is always delighted to answer your enquiries and provide suggestions or advice.