CUSTOM FRAMESHOP | HARDWOOD, EXHIBITION-STYLE FRAMES

We provide a framing service to customers purchasing prints from our printshop. By operating from a private,
appointment-only space, bulk purchasing, and using assembly line production methods, we keep the typically high cost of quality framing affordable. We provide several options, but stay within the realm of gallery style, museum quality work.

All of our framestock is milled by Kestner Wood Products (kestnerwood.com) from local Pennsylvania timber. We chop and join all of the frames on site, then finish each frame individually to ensure the highest quality. If you like our style of frame, you will not find better quality for the price.



OUR HARDWOOD FRAMES: Cherry, Hickory*, Red Elm*, Oak, Maple, Black Laquer, White Lacquer, and Walnut.
*Red Elm and Hickory available only by special order.


PRICELIST

We offer two styles of custom-built, hardwood frames for our prints: with SPACERS or TRADITIONALLY MATTED.
Below is a chart of rates for our regularly stocked hardwood options by PRINT GROUP (A,B,C,D,E). Print titles
can be found listed by PRINT GROUP beneath the chart. An explanation of each style follows as well.

All framed prints that require shipping will have Plexiglas instead of glass to ensure safe delivery.
Plexiglass is lighter weight and more UV protective than regular glass, but it will scratch. To clean Plexiglass, use a cloth with non-abrasive cleaner. Never use paper products to clean Plexiglass.





TUGBOAT PRINTSHOP PRINT GROUPS (WITH ABOVE)

GROUP A: Adventurer!, Anchor, Diving Whales, Explorer Capsule 3000, Fluttering Ribbon Fish, High Seas Drifter, Jellies, Mythical Sea Serpent, Shrimp Ball, Star Ship, Wavejumper, Wicked Octopus

GROUP B: Battlecrabs in Love, Shark Attack

GROUP C: Barracuda, Dreamboat, Hammerhead Swarm, Turtle Island

GROUP D: Iceberg, Kelp Tower

GROUP E: Galaxy Map, Magic Carpet


FRAME STYLE: SPACERS
This contemporary style frame is easily compared to a very shallow shadowbox. Spacers accentuate the dimension of the paper and display the print like an object hanging in a case. The print is centrally float-mounted (you can see the edges) on archival white mat board. Our default measurement spacing leaves 3/8" mat board visible between the edge of the frame and the edge of the print. (Although we can also make adjustments to the width.) Clear spacers are hidden behind the lip of the frame to keep the print below from touching the glass.


FRAME STYLE: TRADITIONALLY MATTED
This is a more traditional style of framing. The print is mounted inside a mat window that is slightly larger, allowing you to see the edges of the paper. We usually put a 1 1/2" to 2" mat around the print, and leave 1/4" between the edge of the print and the mat. The higher cost of frames for matted artworks is because of the increase in size, and the additional piece of matboard.




PLACING A FRAME ORDER
To order a frame for your print, please call 412.621.0663 or E-MAIL US.



MATTING
We stock Crescent #1610 White, #1613 Bright White, and #1541 Cream mat board for all mounting and matting. Crescent #1610 is a very natural white--it is slightly warm, and not bright. It is almost exactly the same hue as white Rives BFK or Arches 88 paper. Cresent #1613 is a brighter white for use with the Pale Pink Arturo paper of THE DEEP BLUE SEA prints.

MOUNTING
For smaller prints (GROUP A) we use rice tissue tape to mount. For larger prints (especially when shipping) we use archival linen tape.

GLAZING
We stock both regular glass and regular Plexiglass. All orders that require shipping will be framed with Plexiglas to ensure safe delivery. All of our mounting and matting methods are archival, and will last for decades, if not forever.

BACKING
We use Coroplast as a backer for all of our frames. It is extremely durable, will not dent or damage easily, and in the event it gets dirty, is super easy to clean. We do not provide dust covers, as they are flimsy and come undone easily. Instead, we use a Tyvek seal around the back of the frame (which is strong and completely archival and acid-free).

HARDWARE
All frames come wired and ready to hang & enjoy!

PACKAGING & SHIPPING
We can package work for shipping, and are able to ship to any destination in the U.S. or abroad. All framed prints are shipped with plexiglas instead of glass to ensure safe delivery. Rates for shipping frames vary, so please contact us for rates.

PAYMENT FOR FRAME ORDERS
Tugboat Printshop accepts the following forms of payment: CHECK, CASH (in person), MONEY ORDER, CREDIT CARD, and PAYPAL. Please contact us to determine your total bill, including shipping rates, before sending payments by check or money order. Please do not send cash in the mail!

Checks and money orders should be made out to "TUGBOAT PRINTSHOP." Payment must be received in full before work can begin.

If you do not live in Pittsburgh, payments through PAYPAL INVOICING can be arranged. We can also take your credit card information over the phone: (412)621-0663.

Payments by check or money order can be sent to:

TUGBOAT PRINTSHOP
c/o Paul Roden & Valerie Lueth
298 Main Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
UNITED STATES




RUSH POLICY
We reserve the right to charge a rush fee for anything that must be completed in a very limited time. Our turnaround is typically 2-3 weeks. During the holiday season, this timeline increases to 4-6 weeks.






Archivally float-mounted prints with spacers, natural maple frames.



Archivally float-mounted print in white mat, natural oak frame.



Archivally float-mounted print on creme mat with spacers, natural walnut.


DID WE MISS ANYTHING?

Please E-MAIL or call 412-621-0663 if you have any additional questions. We are happy to help!




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