Mounting artwork, especially works on paper, forms a key part of the framing process. At Cane + Davis, we only use conservation grade materials, so that your artwork is kept in a stable, protected environment.
For traditional works on paper, a window mount is an essential element, for both aesthetic and protective purposes. Also known as a 'Passe-Partout' or Mat, it consists of two pieces: the float board, which the artwork is attached to, and the window, which creates a border around the visible image and ensures the artwork is kept away from the glass for its own protection. The two boards are hinged together along one edge using either a conservation gummed white paper tape or linen tape.
This method of mounting is perfect if you want to display the whole artwork, for example if you want the feathered edges of an original print to be visible. It involves using conservation tape to attach the artwork to the mount board. Spacers, or fillets, are then used to lift the glass away from the window.