Custom Framing

​At SecondMoonshot Custom Picture Framing, framing is treated as a specialized craft centered on low-volume, premium quality with an absolute focus on perfection. Guided by solo craftsman John, our studio provides tailored framing solutions built around research-backed methods and meticulous practical testing.

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We work closely with fine art collectors, photographers, artists, memorabilia collectors, families, small business owners, and individuals across Rolesville, Wake Forest, and the greater Triangle area who demand uncompromising attention to detail.

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The Prime Directive: Care, Preservation & Reversibility

Protecting and ensuring no harm comes to your artwork, historic documents, and cherished memorabilia is our ultimate, uncompromised priority. Every project receives the exact same dedicated focus, regardless of frame size or financial value.

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We adhere strictly to Conservation and Preservation-level standards:

• Reversible Mounting Methods: Artwork is held using non-invasive corner pockets, hand-cut Japanese tissue hinges, or mechanical mounting. We never use pressure-sensitive tapes, spray adhesives, or permanent glues directly on original works or irreplaceable items.

• Protective Barriers & Glazing: High-clarity acrylic and glass options designed to minimize reflections while screening out up to 99% of harmful UV rays, paired with 100% cotton rag matboards and inert backing materials to prevent off-gassing.

• Pragmatic Framing Options: Preservation-level protection shouldn't feel restrictive. We provide practical, tailored designs that balance long-term physical protection with your aesthetic goals and display environment.

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Fine Hardwoods & Moulding Selection

• Handcrafted Solid Hardwood Mouldings: Milled directly in-house from raw hardwood stock for one-of-a-kind projects. Our primary handcrafted specialties include Walnut, Sapele, and American Cherry, with many other domestic and exotic species available upon request.

• Manufactured Mouldings: Access to hundreds of curated profiles ranging from clean modern designs to classic gilded hardwoods sourced from trusted wholesale partners, including International Moulding and AMPF.

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Specialty Capabilities & Structural Craftsmanship

Canvas Stretching, Strip Lining & Basswood Strainers

• Canvas Preparation: Precision stretching for raw or painted canvases, alongside specialized strip lining to extend and reinforce damaged, brittle, or tight canvas margins without compromising the original painted surface.

• Handcrafted Basswood Strainers: Custom internal strainers built in-house from solid basswood. Basswood is the ideal structural timber for stretched canvas due to its exceptional dimensional stability, lightweight strength, low natural resin content, and resistance to warping or twisting under seasonal tension changes.

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Shadowboxes, Folio Boxes & 3D Object Mounting

• 3D Object Mounting: Specialized mounting for military ribbon racks, medals, heirloom sports jerseys, antique tools, and multi-piece historical displays using non-destructive, reversible attachment techniques.

• Handcrafted Folio Boxes: Custom-built archival storage and presentation boxes designed for loose prints, documents, and family heirlooms.

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Textiles & Needlepoint

• Textile & Needlework Care: Delicate preparation for embroidery, cross-stitch, and antique textiles, including square blocking, hand-lacing over acid-free boards, and pin-mounting to maintain tension without chemical adhesives or destructive staples.

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In-House Precision Laser Engraving

• Custom Laser-Engraved Plates: Precision-cut title plates on anodized aluminum, wood, or acrylic using our in-house laser system to document provenance, dates, signatures, or dedications directly inside the display.

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How to Get Started

Whether you are bringing in a single family heirloom or a curated collection, we welcome both spontaneous visits and dedicated design consultations.

• Walk-Ins Welcome: Visit our Rolesville studio during regular business hours to explore moulding profiles, compare mat combinations, and get quick estimates.

• Schedule an Appointment: Book a dedicated time block with John to discuss intricate heirloom collections, shadowbox layouts, or complex textile mounting.

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Every finished framing project carries our Lifetime Workmanship & Materials Guarantee.