04/06/2026
FRAME OF THE WEEK | Museum-scale framing
Every now and then a project comes through the workshop that reminds us why clients trust us with their most ambitious work.
These two monumental paintings arrived at blackShed rolled in tubes, each measuring an impressive 2 metres square.
From there, every stage was made in-house. We manufactured bespoke heavy-duty stretchers, jointed and pegged for strength and stability, before stretching the canvases and fitting them into custom-made solid oak tray frames.
The frames were finished in an ebony stain, sealed and polished with beeswax. Unlike painted finishes, a waxed finish develops character over time and can easily be revived with a light buff, ensuring the richness of the timber remains for years to come.
At around 50kg per artwork, most of that weight is actually in the paintings themselves. Moving, handling and installing works of this scale requires specialist knowledge, careful planning and a healthy respect for gravity.
This pair leaves the workshop tomorrow and is another reminder that no matter the size of the project, the principles remain the same: craftsmanship, conservation and attention to detail.
We collect and deliver throughout the UK and are proud to offer these specialist services from our workshop in rural East Sussex.
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