Canvas Stretching & Float Frames

Canvas artwork requires specialized physical support to preserve structural stability and maintain proper planar tension over time. Unstretched canvas paintings, giclée prints, and heavy textile pieces demand precise physical alignment during the stretching process to prevent bowing, twisting, or corner distortion. Studio in Rolesville, NC, serving the Rolesville, Wake Forest, and surrounding area, offers tailored canvas stretching and custom float frame fabrications designed for modern and traditional wrapped artwork.

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Our approach focuses on building rigid, customized strainers and stretcher bars built specifically to support the weight and scale of each canvas. By utilizing keyable wood stretchers and reinforced cross-bracing for larger formats, we establish uniform tension across the entire surface without overstressing the underlying fibers. Whether mounting an original heavy-body acrylic or a delicate linen print, we carefully monitor edge alignment and tension distribution to keep the artwork square and taut.

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Float frames provide an elegant display solution that protects canvas edges while preserving the full visual impact of the composition. We custom-craft float frame profiles with calculated gap reveals, allowing the canvas to seamlessly hover within the frame enclosure without obscuring the outer edges of the painting. Every assembly is secured using physical hardware tailored to the canvas depth, creating a clean, modern aesthetic with lasting mechanical integrity.