How to Unroll, Frame, and Hang your New Artwork

A fast, archival-friendly way to unroll, frame, and hang your print

No stress. No guesswork. Just clean results.

Handle & unroll

• Start with clean hands or cotton gloves
• If shipped in a tube, reverse-roll gently in the opposite direction of the curl
• Lay flat on a clean surface; weigh the corners or place under a book overnight if needed
• Avoid heat, steam, or bending—slow and gentle wins

Frame basics

• Always use acid-free matting and backing to protect the artwork
• Choose UV-protective glazing (glass or acrylic) for bright or sunny rooms
• Make sure the artwork never touches the glazing (use a mat or spacers)

Common size pairings:

• 8×10 print → 11×14 frame
• 11×14 print → 16×20 frame
• 16×20 print → 20×24 frame

Hang

• Standard gallery height: center of artwork ~57" from the floor
• When grouping frames, leave 2–3 inches between pieces
• Use D-rings and wire for medium to heavy frames
• For lightweight frames, damage-free hanging strips work well
• Add felt or rubber bumpers to keep frames level and protect walls

Tools we like

• Cotton gloves
• Microfiber cloth
• Painter’s tape
• Acid-free mats
• UV acrylic glazing
• D-ring hangers
• Picture wire kit
• Drywall anchors
• Hanging strips
• Torpedo level

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