Framing and The Art of Conservation

Conservation Framing

At Oliver Pattisson Arts, we are dedicated to preservation, protection, and elevating your precious artwork to its fullest potential. Our Conservation Framing service is the cornerstone of our craft, ensuring that each piece we frame not only looks exquisite but stands the test of time.

Our Approach

Our approach to conservation framing is meticulous and tailored to each unique artwork. We begin by assessing the piece's specific needs, considering factors such as its medium, age, and condition. This approach informs our choice of materials and techniques, all aimed at safeguarding your art for generations to come.

Framing Options

We offer a range of framing options, each designed to provide optimal protection:

• Pre-finished Mouldings: We offer a selection of pre-fabricated manufactured mouldings, including various sizes and finishes. These frames provide a clean, professional look while adhering to conservation standards.
• Hand-Finished Frames: Each frame is meticulously crafted through a process of hand sanding, precise gluing, and expert finishing. We offer a variety of treatments including gilding, staining, and waxing to complement your artwork perfectly.
• Round Frames: We offer a variety of framing in any shape or profile such as circle, oval and triangular, in a range of colours and materials to elevate your artwork.
• Box Framing: Ideal for three-dimensional objects or for creating a sense of depth, our box frames are crafted with the same attention to detail as our traditional frames.
• Poster Framing: We offer one-of-a-kind framing design for any artwork or poster of an size or colour to match the poster itself or the interior in which it hangs.

Conservation Techniques

Our commitment to conservation extends to every aspect of the framing process:

• Mounting: We use acid-free, archival-quality materials for all our mounts, ensuring that your artwork remains unaffected by harmful chemicals over time. Our floating mount technique creates the illusion of suspension within the frame, adding a contemporary and elegant touch.
• Glazing: We offer a range of glazing options, including museum-grade glass and UV-protective acrylic, safeguarding your art from damaging light exposure.
• Reversibility: All our conservation framing techniques are reversible, allowing for future restoration or reframing without compromising the artwork's integrity.
• Fabric Expertise: For textiles and unframed canvases, we provide professional stretching services to ensure perfect presentation and longevity.

Materials and Craftsmanship

We use only the finest materials in our conservation framing:

• Acid-free, lignin-free mounting boards
• pH-neutral adhesives
• UV-protective glazing
• Archival-quality backing boards

Our skilled craftsmen combine traditional techniques with modern conservation standards to ensure that each frame not only protects but also enhances the artwork it houses.

Canvas Stretching

We offer canvas stretching to ensure your canvas or fabric pieces are perfectly taut, with our crafted stretcher bars and ready for display. We also offer re-stretching painted canvases or fabrics, ready to be framed or exhibited.

Painting Restoration

Restoring and conserving aged artwork takes skill and patience, we use extensive measures to extend an artwork’s longevity and be admired for longer. At Oliver Pattisson we offer a range of restoration services, this includes:

• Removing old varnishes or paint touch-ups
• Restoring canvas, panelling or linen
• Restoring damages or rips in canvas
• Refitting artwork into existing framing or new framing

Glass and Mirrors

We offer a comprehensive range of picture-quality glass, from standard to specialist varieties, as well as expert mirror framing services. Our mirror options include straight-cut, beveled, silver-cut, and colored mirrors, alongside bespoke eglomise creations, all expertly framed to your specifications.

Our Commitment

Our conservation framing service is designed to protect your artwork whilst showcasing them at their absolute best. Whether you're entrusting us with a contemporary print, a cherished family heirloom, or a valuable antique, you can rest assured that it will receive the highest standard of care and expertise.

We invite you to visit our London Bridge studio to explore our conservation framing options and discuss how we can best preserve and present your artwork.