Standen Art Framing & Restoration

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About

With over thirty years' experience in all aspects of the picture framing field, I am able to offer my clients the following services: 1) HELP and suggestions in making esthetic decisions - choosing framing, matting, proportions, color and other elements in order to enhance the appearance of a piece 2)ADVICE in the use of those materials and methods which will help to preserve and protect items being framed - these would include UV filtering glass, acid free board, proper mounting methods, etc. - UV light causes fading and acid in wood and cardboard causes paper to turn brown 3) CUSTOM FINISHING of and color adjustments to moulding 4) FRENCH MATS - custom, hand-painted lines, color bands and designs 5) IF YOU CAN'T FIND the frame you're looking for, I'll try to locate it 6) MIRRORS - a fabulous frame on a mirror can make it so much more than just a utilitarian item - beveled mirrors available 7) PICTURE HANGING - a job most people don't enjoy 8) SHADOW BOXES - three dimensional items such as antique fans, books, musical instruments, costume articles, etc. can be safely and effectively displayed 9) FABRIC PIECES - articles of clothing, lace, needlepoint, quilting, etc. 10) FRAGILE ANTIQUES - careful handling and the use of proper materials and preservation methods 11) RESTORATIONS - paintings, frames and photos - most antique family pieces can be saved and restored, frequently realizing a "night and day" improvement - also, a painting's background and information about the artist can often be illuminated through research 12) THE UNUSUAL PROJECTS - I love a challenge 13) I AM AVAILABLE by appointment only, including evenings and weekends (503-591-8038) 14) I will give a project the time and attention it takes to do it right in order to assure your satisfaction

Review

I have used Standen Art Framing and Restoration for at least 8 pieces of art that I needed to have framed. John Standen the owner has over 30 years experience of framing and restoring art. His craftsmanship and keen ability to bring the elements of matting,frame and artwork together have always produced remarkable results. You will find John Standen very knowledgeable and detailed oriented, with quality and customer satisfaction his top priorities. I recommend him highly. He does operate out of his private home framing studio and prefers customers to call and make an appoi