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StevieG73StevieG73 Dublin, Ireland and New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 443
edited December 2011 in The Porch
For those of you that have used americanframe.com to frame prints, how are they? Do you have to assemble these? According to the website it seems you do.
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    chromiamchromiam Posts: 4,114
    StevieG73 wrote:
    For those of you that have used americanframe.com to frame prints, how are they? Do you have to assemble these? According to the website it seems you do.

    Yes you have to do the assembly, but I've used them a bunch of times for multiple types of prints and always been satisfied.
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    cuseoscarcuseoscar Posts: 117
    I've framed about 20 posters using americanframe. The frames come preassembled unless you order a frame for a very print large. Most concert posters do not fall into that category. They provide everything you need to frame you poster, except a way to attach it to the mounting board. Just attach the poster to the mounting board, put mat then acrylic then frame over it. There are clips in for the back to secure everything but they are kind of flimsy. Pm me of you have any specific questions.
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    chromiamchromiam Posts: 4,114
    chromiam wrote:
    StevieG73 wrote:
    For those of you that have used americanframe.com to frame prints, how are they? Do you have to assemble these? According to the website it seems you do.

    Yes you have to do the assembly, but I've used them a bunch of times for multiple types of prints and always been satisfied.

    Let me clarify that, wooden frames under a certain size are assembled, metal ones are not.
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    StevieG73StevieG73 Dublin, Ireland and New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 443
    Thanks everyone, think I'm gonna order one. Gotta start framing these things. :D
    2000 = Montreal 
    2003 = Montreal
    2005 = Halifax, St. John's Night 1
    2008 = NYC Night 1, 
    2010 = Boston
    2011 = EV - Boston, PJ20 Night 1&2, Toronto
    2012 = EV - Orlando Night 1&2
    2013 = Chicago, Worcester Night 1
    2016 = Boston '16
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    EBowieEBowie Posts: 529
    Yeah, definitely go for it. I've ordered from them a couple times and have been totally satisfied with the price, service, and most importantly, the results.
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    cuseoscarcuseoscar Posts: 117
    I framed this using Americanframe and it came out great

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    pjungerspjungers Posts: 77
    I'm curious -- what does everyone use to attach the poster to the mounting board? I've tried a couple things with mixed results.
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    cuseoscarcuseoscar Posts: 117
    pjungers wrote:
    I'm curious -- what does everyone use to attach the poster to the mounting board? I've tried a couple things with mixed results.

    http://www.dickblick.com/products/linec ... 17307-0000
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    StevieG73StevieG73 Dublin, Ireland and New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 443
    Hoping someone can answer this. I bought a frame from American Frame and from what I can tell, the archival mountain board is the last piece to put in and is the back of the frame...is this correct?

    I guess I'm trying to figure out where you would put the hanging brackets. I doubt they would be attached to the archival board.

    Thanks!
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    2003 = Montreal
    2005 = Halifax, St. John's Night 1
    2008 = NYC Night 1, 
    2010 = Boston
    2011 = EV - Boston, PJ20 Night 1&2, Toronto
    2012 = EV - Orlando Night 1&2
    2013 = Chicago, Worcester Night 1
    2016 = Boston '16
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    eyecanwalkeyecanwalk Posts: 707
    75% off

    http://www.americanframe.com/?ne_ppc_id=1189&ne_sadid=9141375179&gclid=CPWzttuU8awCFUvCtgod2nshKw
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    MickeyMouseMickeyMouse Posts: 1,053
    cuseoscar wrote:
    pjungers wrote:
    I'm curious -- what does everyone use to attach the poster to the mounting board? I've tried a couple things with mixed results.

    http://www.dickblick.com/products/linec ... 17307-0000

    I never use tape. I use archival mounting corners.
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    SpokenJeremySpokenJeremy Posts: 604
    I've used them numerous times. They are good. Some frames require assembly, but most of mine have not. I do notice however they tend to cut the mattes a bit large. I usually enter the measurements a bit smaller so the matte will fit better. Exact measurements usually gets me one that are a hair too big.
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    MickeyMouseMickeyMouse Posts: 1,053
    Oh, and as far as AF goes, they're great. I really enjoy ordering from them.
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    skinnyportageeskinnyportagee Texas Posts: 145
    edited November 2014
    Hi all, new to doing my own framing and I am considering using American Frame and am hoping to match how I have some of my other prints matched. I am looking to do a double mat with the top mat being black and the bottom mat being a color that ties to the poster.

    I got a sample pack of acid free mats and these would be in direct contact with the poster. However, they do not have a black mat with white core that is acid free. They do however have that in their General Purpose Mat line. It's item E4089. They said that any of the mats with an 'E' are ones that have an acid free back and core, but that the top black color is not acid free.

    My question is will it matter if I use the E4089 as a top mat since it will not be in direct contact with the poster?

    Thanks.
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    pulling69pulling69 KIAD Posts: 982
    The basic boards(general purpose) that would contact the print are listed as having an acid free backing:

    "An economical mat for non-archival framing, this line features selections from Bainbridge NovaCore, Papermat and Crescent Berkshire lines. This line has an acid free backing and is available with a light cream, black or white core. With its range of popular colors and quality material, it is the choice for affordable framing. 4ply (1/16”)"

    PS You should be fine either way
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    skinnyportageeskinnyportagee Texas Posts: 145
    pulling69 said:

    The basic boards(general purpose) that would contact the print are listed as having an acid free backing:

    "An economical mat for non-archival framing, this line features selections from Bainbridge NovaCore, Papermat and Crescent Berkshire lines. This line has an acid free backing and is available with a light cream, black or white core. With its range of popular colors and quality material, it is the choice for affordable framing. 4ply (1/16”)"

    PS You should be fine either way

    I appreciate the reply.
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    narnianarnia Posts: 635
    I've used them a lot over the years and they have nice frames. Their support people are very helpful too, and they offer free shipping for orders over $125 and 20% off some black wood frames now.
    If you order a mounting board, don't peel the paper off all at once. Roll your poster onto the paper a few inches at a time, it will be easier to handle and prevent creases.
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    on2legson2legs Standing in the Jersey rain… Posts: 14,434
    narnia said:

    I've used them a lot over the years and they have nice frames. Their support people are very helpful too, and they offer free shipping for orders over $125 and 20% off some black wood frames now.
    If you order a mounting board, don't peel the paper off all at once. Roll your poster onto the paper a few inches at a time, it will be easier to handle and prevent creases.

    Are you referring to a using a mounting board with adhesive? Not really a fan of that. I just order the foam backer board... No adhesive.
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    MayDay10MayDay10 Posts: 11,611
    I am probably going to do my next few with American Frame. I did some frames with the Hoff where he did an outstanding job... and the most recent frames I splurged at Michaels, which is costly. American Frame is a good option
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    TravelarTravelar Kalamazoo, USA Posts: 3,359
    I've had no issues with AF in the past, although I'd rather give my business to Hoff. He does an incredible job.
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    The AkkusThe Akkus Posts: 1,093
    edited November 2014
    What or who is Hoff? I have some framing i need done.
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    TravelarTravelar Kalamazoo, USA Posts: 3,359
    Hoff is user CJMST3K. He's a great guy ad he owns a framing shop in Virginia. In the past, he has run some framing specials through here.
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    guacamolejoeguacamolejoe Posts: 2,396
    Travelar said:

    Hoff is user CJMST3K. He's a great guy ad he owns a framing shop in Virginia. In the past, he has run some framing specials through here.

    I have had 4 frames done by Chris (Hoff) . He does great work. Sooner or later I'll try American framing, just lacking self confidence in my abilities :-SS .
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    The AkkusThe Akkus Posts: 1,093
    Thanks for the info. I may have to hit up hoff. Gotta get the klausen, ames and hampton PJ20 posters framed
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