The matboard should only be used on inexpensive artwork such as posters due to the fact that it contains acids which can hurt original or limited edition artwork. This type of matboard is manufactured by many companies. Alpha Cellulose Mat - This is an acid free, conservation matboard made of paper. This matboard is perfect for original and limited edition artwork. Rag Mat - Like Alpha Cellulose matboard, this is acid free, conservation matboard.
Wood frames provide the largest choice of colors, shapes and sizes.
Aluminum Frame - Metal frames of today are not the same boring chrome frames of the 70's. Frames made out of metal are now very creative with their special color textures and profile designs. Plastic Frame - Frames made out of plastic are generally used for large quantity frame jobs due to its low price. However, the structural integrity of plastic frames is not very good. Acrylic Box - The acrylic box frame is a great choice for object framing.