The more you know... When you are at a frame shop, do you hear terms you aren't familiar with? Does it sometimes feel like a foreign language? We'll take you back to school - grab a pen and paper and let's begin! |  |
 | A is for ART The reason and foundation for framing. B is for BALANCE Various art and framing components working together. C is for CONSERVATION Making sure no materials are used to harm your art. D is for DESIGN It must be pleasing to the eye! E is for ELATED How you feel when you receive your completed project! |
| F is for FRAME It holds it all together. G is for GLAZING Glass or acrylic protection from dust, bugs and harmful UV light. H is for HANGING What else are you going to do with that piece? I is for INSPIRE What our designers can do for you! | J is for JOINING Attaching the cut moulding together to become a frame. K is for KEEPSAKE A special memento fit for framing. L is for LIGHTING You want to see the art, so illuminate it! M is for MAT Enhance the design, improve air circulation, and keep the glazing off the art. |  |
| N is for NON-GLARE Glazing that has a reduced reflection for enhanced visibility. O is for OPEN Tuesday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm P is for PICK-UP Come in or call ahead for curbside service! Q is for QUALITY It's what we build. We want your project to last forever. R is for RELATIONSHIP Nothing is more important to us than building one with you. | S is for SHADOWBOX A deep frame for 3D objects. T is for TAPE Special framer's tape holds fine art in place without damage. U is for ULTRAVIOLET Rays that can harm art. Use UV filtering glazing for protection. V is for VIRTUAL Visit our website at www.kenscustomframes.com! W is for WOOD What most frames are made of. | X is for X-BAR A cross-bar creating extra strength for textiles or oversized projects. Y is for YELLOWING Discoloration that can happen when acidic materials touch your art. Z is for Z-BAR Used to hang heavy or large pieces. Now you know your ABCs! |
How many terms did you know?
You knew all 26 - You must be a framer!
You knew 16-25 - You must be an artist, designer or have LOTS of things framed.
You knew 6-15 - You've had several pieces framed OR you listen to us when we talk.
You knew 5 or less - We need to see you more often! Stop by today!
You knew all 26 - You must be a framer!
You knew 16-25 - You must be an artist, designer or have LOTS of things framed.
You knew 6-15 - You've had several pieces framed OR you listen to us when we talk.
You knew 5 or less - We need to see you more often! Stop by today!
 | Dress Up Your Chalkboard A chalkboard: The old school way of communicating. Still a great way to capture notes. Here is an elegantly framed chalkboard worthy of the classroom's attention. Dress up your chalkboard with a custom frame! |
5925 Wedgwood Drive
Fort Worth, Texas 76133
817.292.7842
www.kenscustomframes.com
Wendy A. Williamson, Owner & President
wendy@kenscustomframes.com
Fort Worth, Texas 76133
817.292.7842
www.kenscustomframes.com
Wendy A. Williamson, Owner & President
wendy@kenscustomframes.com
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