Author Archives: Mike Spear

benefits of custom picture frames

The Benefits of Custom Picture Frames vs. Ready-Made Frames

When it comes to preserving and showcasing your artwork, photographs, or cherished mementos, the choice of frame can make all the difference. While ready-made frames are widely available and often more affordable, custom framing offers unmatched quality, protection, and personalization. For those who want their pieces to stand out and be preserved for the long […]

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How to Preserve and Protect Your Artwork with the Right Frame

Many people who start collecting art have one major concern: how can I protect this piece and ensure it stays in good condition over the years? Although you can take several preventative measures, the simple solution is to choose the right frame and framing accessories. For more information, here’s everything you need to know about […]

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Framing Special Moments: Ideas for Creating a Gallery Wall in Your Office

Studies have shown that art in the workplace improves productivity and employee experience. Art, such as strategically designed gallery walls, can increase creativity, reduce workplace stress, and create a more positive work environment. Artwork can also affect clients that enter your space. It can help them humanize your brand, making it easier for them to […]

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Choosing the Best Matting for Your Commercial Frame: A Comprehensive Overview

Empty, undecorated commercial spaces can be dull, unmotivating, and a bit boring regardless of what industry you’re in. Still, many businesses benefit from making a strong first impression on customers, patients, and residents. Whether you run a hotel, healthcare or medical facility, corporate building, restaurant, or residential property, the right decor can make the place […]

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The Art of Choosing the Right Custom-Made Frame for a Healthcare Facility

One of the most important parts of running any type of healthcare facility is prioritizing the health and safety of staff, patients, and visitors. Whether you’re managing a hospital, medical office, clinic, behavioral health ward, dental clinic, or senior living residence, the focus is making your patients feel comfortable and cared for. Although this is […]

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Exploring Different Custom Frame Styles: Finding the Perfect Match for Your Hotel Décor

Running a hotel takes a lot of work, and the devil is in the details—from hiring a full staff to choosing the linens. Although you’ve likely put some thought into your interior design, whether through strategic colors or room layouts, an often overlooked aspect of hotel décor is the frames used to house your artwork. […]

Picture Frames Hanging in Home

Indestructible Frames

At the end of last year, Peterson was tasked with a unique framing opportunity which allowed us to truly explore how multifarious custom framing can be. We were asked to custom frame artwork that virtually would not be able to be removed from a wall. Challenge accepted. This type of request is actually a lot […]

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Choosing The Right Glazing [Plexi, Glass, Conservation Glaze]

By choosing a custom frame shop, you will have more options at your fingertips in terms of choosing the glazing that works best for your art, photos & memorabilia. The four main glazing options for you to choose from are Glass, Laminated Glass, Plexi and Conservation Glazing [Museum Glass]. Types of Glazing Below we will […]