Conservation Glass: The Invisible Shield
How museum-grade glazing blocks 99% of UV light without distorting the work beneath — and why it matters more than the frame.
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Framing a 19th-Century Botanical
A watercolor botanical, a period-appropriate gilded moulding, and the quiet decisions that preserve both art and provenance.
The Art of the Float Mount
Deckled edges, wheat-starch paste, and the architecture of a mount that never touches the image.
Inside the Gilding Room
Rabbit-skin glue, bole, and gold leaf thinner than a human hair — a visit to the bench where every leaf is laid by hand.
Archival Mat Boards, Explained
Rag, alpha-cellulose, and the chemistry of a board that protects your work for a century rather than a decade.
Floater Frame vs. Standard Frame: What's the Difference?
When choosing a custom frame, one of the most important decisions is whether to use a standard frame or a floater frame — each creates a different look and works best for different types of artwork.
Understanding the Different Types of Glazing
Choosing the right glazing is one of the most important decisions in custom framing. Here's a guide to regular glass, acrylic, UV-protective glass, and conservation glass — and when each is the right choice.
Trusted Custom Framing in Atlanta
When your artwork deserves more than an off-the-shelf frame, Buckhead Framing Company provides professional custom framing for Atlanta's designers, galleries, collectors, artists, and businesses.
Shadow Box Framing: Turn Meaningful Objects Into Works of Art
Some of the most meaningful things we own were never designed to hang on a wall. How custom shadow box framing transforms three-dimensional keepsakes into beautifully designed displays.
Acrylic Frames: A Modern Approach to Custom Framing
Acrylic frames offer a distinctive alternative to traditional wood and metal framing. With clean lines, contemporary materials, and a refined minimalist appearance, custom acrylic frames can make artwork feel almost as though it is floating within the space.
Framing Schumacher Panels: A Timeless Way to Elevate Your Interior
Schumacher is renowned for its distinctive patterns, luxurious textiles, and timeless designs that bring character and sophistication to any interior. From classic chinoiserie and botanical prints to intricate geometric patterns, Schumacher fabrics and wallpapers can become striking decorative features when thoughtfully presented as framed panels.
Custom Acrylic Shadow Boxes in Atlanta
Modern protection meets custom framing. Buckhead Framing Company creates custom acrylic shadow boxes for artwork, collectibles, memorabilia, textiles, jerseys, photographs, and three-dimensional pieces that deserve more than a traditional frame.
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