Canvas Stretching and Framing in Wandsworth & South London
Whether you have an original oil painting, acrylic artwork, or a canvas print, stretching creates a smooth, taut surface that enhances presentation and makes the artwork ready for display or framing. Have your canvas professionally stretched and framed at Posterhaus.
Softwood profiles
Aluminium profiles
Softwood profiles
Our softwood stretchers are a popular and cost-effective option for many artworks. They are lightweight, reliable, and well suited to small and medium-sized canvases. Each frame is fitted with corner wedges, allowing the canvas tension to be adjusted in the future if needed.
Hardwood profiles
Aluminium profiles
Softwood profiles
Our hardwood stretchers provide additional strength and stability, making them ideal for larger canvases or valuable artwork. They are less likely to twist or move over time and offer excellent long-term support.
Aluminium profiles
Aluminium profiles
Aluminium profiles
For large-scale or high-value artwork, aluminium stretcher frames offer exceptional stability. Unlike timber, aluminium is unaffected by changes in humidity and temperature, helping the canvas remain flat and evenly tensioned. Integrated Allen-key adjustment allows precise tensioning during installation and in the future.
Wedged corners
Wedged corners
Aluminium profiles
Both our softwood and hardwood stretcher frames include corner wedges that allow the frame to be expanded slightly if the canvas relaxes over time. This simple adjustment helps maintain a smooth, professional finish and extends the life of the stretched artwork.
Crossbars
Wedged corners
Crossbars
As canvases increase in size, additional support is important. Larger stretcher frames are fitted with horizontal, vertical, or cross-bracing bars to improve rigidity and prevent movement. These supports help keep the frame square, reduce flexing, and ensure the canvas remains evenly tensioned across its entire surface.
L - profiles, floating and tray frames
L - profiles, floating and tray frames
L - profiles, floating and tray frames
Floating frames, sometimes called L-profile frames, create a contemporary gallery-style presentation. The frame sits around the outside of the canvas with a small shadow gap between the artwork and the frame, giving the impression that the canvas is floating within the moulding. This style is particularly popular for modern artwork and painted canvas pieces.
Traditional rebated frames
L - profiles, floating and tray frames
L - profiles, floating and tray frames
A rebated frame features a recess that allows the stretched canvas to sit neatly inside the moulding. The frame overlaps the edge of the canvas, creating a more traditional and formal appearance. This style works particularly well with classic oil paintings and decorative artworks where the frame is intended to be a prominent feature.
