We frame artists artwork of all types and sizes – we take particular care to create the finest exhibition quality frames.
We can frame your favourite photographs and we work with many professional photographers. Multi-mount Specialist.
We stock a huge range of frame mouldings, mountboards and framing sundries to make and finish your own framing projects.
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Who are Midland Fine Framing?
We are a new part of Midland Fine Arts, we are a friendly family run Picture framing business based in Kidderminster, Worcestershire and have been trading since 1999, we have a picture framing factory and Retail shop, we trade online and also travel to different venues around the country to for our popular picture frame sales.
Can I contact you if I have a question before placing an order?
If you need to ask a question then please call us on 01562 747355 between 9 and 5pm Mon-Fri or just leave us a message and we will call you back within 24- 48hrs, you can also email us at simon@midlandfinearts.co.uk
Are your prices Competitive?
Yes, Our prices are VERY competitive, we believe that we offer the best value for money frames and framing service in the Country. The majority of our business is with regular clients from many different business sectors, and are extremely happy with the service we provide.
Payments, Collection and Delivery?
Payments for bespoke items are made on collection this usually takes about a week. You can also buy from our huge range of standard ready made frames and mounts off the shelf. Plus we have all the framing accessories you will ever need. Bespoke items can be collected or we can have them delivered to you. Please contact us for full prices and details etc.
How much it will cost to frame my picture?
Without seeing the item to be framed we cannot give an accurate quote for the work because we need to assess what kind of mount and moulding will be necessary and exactly how big your item is to give a true cost. We can sometimes give you an estimate over the phone based on your measurements for a starting price moulding, but would still need to assess the item in person for a final quote.
Can you frame multiple pictures in one frame?
Yes, we have the latest high-tech laser mount cutters and can create a wide variety of multi aperture mounts. We can cut multiple windows to accommodate your pictures, certificates, photos or memorabilia.
What glazing can you offer?
We always use high-quality glass in our frames as this is much more rigid and looks better when framing special items. If required we can use acrylic (clear plastic) for safety reasons, for example in a child’s bedroom or a work place, please ask for prices.
Why has my picture cockled?
This is usually due to the environment becoming slightly damper, the paper absorbs the moisture and expands. It hits the rebate of the frame, can’t go any further and so cockles. Cockling also occurs if the paper is thin or poor quality, this is a problem to do with the item to be framed not the framing itself.
So, what is the answer? If the item is on thin paper, then it can be stuck down onto a board. However, although this is probably the most effective solution, because it is irreversible it should only be used with pictures that are replaceable.
If the work is in a mount and cockled, then this is usually a result of the way the picture has been taped to the mount.
If the work has some value then consult a restorer.
Why has my picture slipped in the mount?
Either the picture has been knocked and the hinges attaching the work to the mount have torn (they are designed to tear rather than the picture), or (more likely) whoever has attached the picture to the mount has used ordinary self-adhesive tape (or masking tape), this dries out and the picture drops.
The best answer is to have your picture reattached with acid-free hinging tape. Ask for (Ph7-70).