This page contains videos relating to the whole framing process.
​The introduction tells you what you can expect to see in the video.

How to measure and cut a mat for your artwork - by Blick

This is a video by Blick Art Materials which is comprehensive if a bit speedy. You might want to watch it more than once and  stop and start to make notes.

It's very clear in relation to:
  • doing the calculations for cutting a mat
  • showing you how to use the mat guide on a Logan mount cutter
  • the assembly of the mat and the artwork inside the frame. The video recommends the use of contact adhesive whereas I always use a more archival method.

DIY Picture Framing Tips and Tricks - by Logan

You will need to hide your eyes from some of the very colourful mounts and artwork used in this video - however the recommendations are sound.

This one starts at the end - showing you:
  • how to fix and trim backing paper - followed by....
  • how to measure and fix a D ring so you can hang your art
  • how to use T hinge taping to fix the artwork to the back of the mat board (recommended by professional framers - this is better for the conservation of the artwork and reduces buckling)
  • how to clean your glass
  • how to choose your mat board in terms of whether or not its acid free and/or meets conservation standards. You will see very clearly the different thicknesses of the different quality mat boards
More videos about cutting mats and framing by Logan Graphics