{"id":24599,"date":"2023-08-28T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-28T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/?p=24599"},"modified":"2024-08-15T14:26:59","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T18:26:59","slug":"custom-framing-vs-big-box","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/custom-framing-vs-big-box\/","title":{"rendered":"The Power of Custom Framing Vs Big Box Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Have you ever bought an item at an incredible price? (almost too good to be true? \ud83e\udd14) Then after a short while the purchase isn’t everything you thought it would be. It’s already tarnished, weathering easily, or maybe it even broke after a few days. Now you’re upset, need a replacement item, and you’ve blown cash on a defective product. No Bueno. <\/p>\n\n\n

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While we all want a good deal and a quality product, sometimes the two don’t coincide. When it comes to framing your most cherished memories or artwork, you’re going to want to make sure…<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Your framed art or photos are protected!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Your framed art looks great!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Custom framing services (Like Frame It Easy! \ud83e\udd29) and big box stores offer two very different approaches to framing, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In this blog post, we’ll explore the advantages and disadvantages of using a custom framing service as well as using retail store frames, we’ll even weigh out all the pros and cons for a final verdict! We will also go over what to expect in the future of framing. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Custom Framing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Made Just For You<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Custom framing is all about catering to the customer’s needs and personal style preferences. When you choose this option you’re not limited to pre-made sizes! This gives you the power to frame whatever you want. (within reason! \ud83d\udc18) With this personalized approach, you’ll never have to cut your artwork down in order to fit a standard-size frame again, or live with a frame style you don’t vibe with!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Choose Your Own Size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Looking to frame some oddly shaped or sized art? With custom framing, you can go ahead and select any size you want! With different matting options, you can customize your creative vision even further. We offer tons of mat color options and finishes as well as oval and square open cuts<\/a>! Unique matting can change your entire piece and set the tone for your framing project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \ud83e\udd14 Did You Know?<\/strong> Here at Frame It Easy we can frame art as small as 5″ x 5″ & art as big as 42″ x 62″! Framing a super small piece?<\/strong> Check out: How to Frame Small Art.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Quality Materials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Here at Frame It Easy we take immense pride in our frame-building technology and high-quality materials! Our goal is to ensure the longevity and preservation of all your beloved photos, artwork, or whatever you put in our frames! From our acid-free matboards to our UV-protective glazing, every detail of our frames is designed to protect your art! (They’re also built to look fabulous<\/em>, too. \ud83d\ude0f)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Real People, Fair Wages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    When you choose a custom framing option, chances are you’re supporting a small business run by passionate framing experts who take a ton of pride in their craft! By choosing a USA-based business you’re contributing to fair wages for skilled artisans while supporting their creativity and expertise. In contrast, Big box solutions often rely on mass production, but more on this later! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \ud83e\udd1d At Frame It Easy we believe in being fair to our team by paying fair wages, treating people with respect, and allowing growth opportunities.<\/strong> Learn more about our winning framework.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Mass-produced<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Retail frame options can be slim and few, that being said most big box stores offer standard-size, ready-made frames. While this may be convenient for some, it lacks the personal touch and attention to detail that custom framing can provide. Custom framers treat each piece as a unique work of art, ensuring that your frame not only looks good but is sturdy as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    One Size Fits All?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Walking into the home decor section of a local retail store, you may only find a handful of frame styles with even more restrictive sizing options. Typically, these stores will only carry 5 frame size options:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n