Glazing Options (Page 2): Sounds like a plan!

rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin

ajohnston3 wrote:

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Sounds like a plan!

BHC Loc: Strawberry Valley, JF, USA

I once made wooden frames from molding, scrap wood, barn wood or any wood I could find. Now that I live in a senior community, I have no power tools (routers, molding machines, tba saws, clamps, etc. But I still assemble frames from Nielsen-Bainbridge kits acquired from:

http://www.dickblick.com/brands/nielsenbainbridge/

They carry frame kits in dozens of shapes and configuration to accommodate all sizes from 6" to 42" in any combination. They care mat board, glass, styrene, acrylic, clamps/clips/hangers (usually included free), and easels from <$20 to >$300. And they can teach you how to configure hangers so all your pictures can be displayed evenly or in patterns. They are not cheap, but their prices are competitive, and they are easy yo talk to.

I should add that I do buy my glass locally from a hardware store that carries UV and acid free glass. For a while, I was such a regular that they gave me free run of the glass shop to choose my glass, cut, package and even price it. I was even able to assist other customers when the staff was busy.

MCoomber Loc: Hamilton ontario

lev29 wrote:

Please pardon my ignorance, if this is the case. But what does this have to do with Photography? Is it all about how to frame a photograph? If neither, there's a different section of UHH for this; I believe it's the Chit-Chat section.

I'm sorry but I can't give you a pardon. The question is in regards to displaying a finished print. This is one of the processes of post-production, as is producing an image for the web or projection.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

ajohnston3 wrote:

I'm getting ready to start another framing project. I'll be doing 11x14's with 16x20 mats and 1\8" foam core backings. I'll be using Swiss clips for the framing. I've decided on some sort of Acrylic, Polycarbonate or Styrine product for the glazing. The problem is that I never knew there were so many different types on the market. If any of you have experience in this area I would appreciate your help

Although I don't have anything custom-framed, a friend of mine does. She always specifies good quality glass that doesn't show reflections - can't recall the name. Yes, it's surprising how many kinds of glass there are. You choose the glass based on your needs - lack or reflection, exposure to sun, price, etc.

Indi Loc: L. I., NY, Palm Beach Cty when it's cold.

Seems like a lot of people didn't really read the gist of your post.
You are asking about glazing.
JerryC41 didn't remember the term but it's simply called non-glare. That type of glazing is available in glass and plastic. Glass is good, but there's always the possibility of glass breaking. It's not just losing the glass, but if it breaks it could very well tear your picture, especially if it drops to the floor.
I'm not sure of the effects of the different types of non glass materials but I think you'll want to check the UV rating of each type you mentioned.
Nowadays, I go to Blick Art Supplies to get a non-glare plastic sheeting. You probably don't want anything too thin. I've used some of the thinner plastics, like 1/16 inch, and you don't get a flat surface.
That's my 2¢.

alliebess Loc: suburban Philadelphia

lev29 wrote:

Thank you for clarifying. I won't oblige you to explain what glazing is when it comes to framing. I'm only familiar with that term when it comes to the use of a kiln in pottery.

Glazing refers to glass or its substitute in framing works of art. And glazier's points can be used to hold the glass.

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

I looked it up. "Glazing: the act of furnishing or fitting (windows or frames) with glass; the business or work of a glazier."

For those that don't have a shop, enjoy custom glazing, or the expense of it, there is great source of some "pretty good stuff". If you can find an Ikea store, they have a huge frame department. They all come with cut mats, glass, wire and backing board. All you need is Scotch tape! Yes, 3M maintains their tape is compatible with current coated photo papers.

For reference, read Matt Kloskowski's article: http://www.mattk.com/how-i-print-and-frame-my-landscape-photos/

IKEA is a Swedish company. Their products have weird (to us) names. The frame I buy is called a RIBBA. At the local IKEA it is about $15. You can buy on line, but I have not.

lev29 Loc: Born and living in MA.

MCoomber wrote:

I'm sorry but I can't give you a pardon. The question is in regards to displaying a finished print. This is one of the processes of post-production, as is producing an image for the web or projection.

Actually, I wasn't asking for anyone but the OP to pardon my ignorance. Was I? Please see my response to mogul.

BobHartung Loc: Bettendorf, IA

lev29 wrote:

Please pardon my ignorance, if this is the case. But what does this have to do with Photography? Is it all about how to frame a photograph? If neither, there's a different section of UHH for this; I believe it's the Chit-Chat section.

And you sir simply do not have a clue. The presentation of a photograph is very important. IMHO, electronics be damned, the final arbiter of the photograph is the mounted and framed print hanging on the wall. Thus framing, matting, glazing all fall into the category of photography.

elwynn Loc: Near Atlanta, GA

lev29 wrote:

Thank you for clarifying. I won't oblige you to explain what glazing is when it comes to framing. I'm only familiar with that term when it comes to the use of a kiln in pottery.

and window panes

Beemerboy

Mogul wrote:

Hmmm...... What does a question having to do with matting, mounting, framing and glazing a photograph have to do with photography? I don't know; let me count the ways.

Uhhh... I did mention matting, mounting, framing and glazing a photograph, didn't I?

lev29 Loc: Born and living in MA.

Mogul wrote:

Hmmm ..... What does a question having to do with matting, mounting, framing and glazing a photograph have to do with photography? I don't know; let me count the ways.
Uhhh... I did mention matting, mounting, framing and glazing a photograph, didn't I?

Mogul, let's play the game of a polite repartée, since we both understand that my ignorance was indeed the source of my puzzlement. Okay?

Please REVIEW the actual words in your 1st paragraph above. Now you and anyone else who cares to can play the simple twist on the familiar game of 'What's the Difference between these two photos?'

Now all you have to do is read ajohnston3's Title for his Topic and 1st Post and point out to me where he wrote the word "photograph" or "photo," smart guy. One can therefore conclude that your above "rhetorical" remark is based on your distorting what ajohnston3 actually wrote. Politicians and their advocates do that all the time, regardless of their political persuasion.

Yes, I did see the word 'frame,' but in my limited, humble, minuscule experience, I couldn't associate the word 'glazing' with 'framing.' Don't worry, I'm not wounded. I'm more amused to see how words, even those uttered humbly, can be twisted.

lev29 Loc: Born and living in MA.

Well, Beemerboy, you didn't actually write a word to accompany your reproduction of what mogul wrote. Maybe you should reproduce ajohnston3's original post and not ask the question: where's the word "photo"?

Yooper 2 Loc: Ironwood, MI

For exhibits I use non-glare Lucite for safety. My customers can choose what they want. Most choose non-glare glass. For my own photos I use non-glare Lucite. All non-glare materials affect the brightness of photos but not enough to be bothersome.

lev29 Loc: Born and living in MA.

BobHartung wrote:

And you sir simply do not have a clue. The presentation of a photograph is very important. IMHO, electronics be damned, the final arbiter of the photograph is the mounted and framed print hanging on the wall. Thus framing, matting, glazing all fall into the category of photography.

I stand corrected.