Bainbridge mountboard is a museum-quality paper mountboard that can be used for mounting and backing matted prints.  Bainbridge mountboard is an archival solution to mounting and protecting your prints against potential damage.

How to mount your artwork onto Bainbridge mountboard

There are a few different ways to mount your artwork using Bainbridge mountboard.  Here is a step-by-step explanation of one of the easiest ways to mat and mount your fine art or photography:

1. To mat and mount your fine art or photography on Bainbridge mountboard, start by measuring your image to determine the inner and outer size of your mat.  The size of your Bainbridge mountboard will equal the outer size of your mat.
2. Next, place your mat board face down on a clean, flat surface. Place your Bainbridge mountboard face up right next to the mat board.
3. Use an archival, acid-free tape (such as FrameTac or a linen mounting tape), to create a hinge that connects the mat board with the Bainbridge mountboard.  The hinge should allow you to open and close the two boards, similar to opening and closing a book.
4. With the two boards lying side by side, place your artwork in the center of the Bainbridge mountboard and then close the mat board on top of the Bainbridge mountboard.
5. You should see your artwork through the opening of the mat.  Carefully adjust the positioning of the artwork so that it is perfectly centered in the window.
6. Gently lift the mat board and use Lineco See-Thru Mount Strips to mount the artwork to the Bainbridge mountboard.  Place the sticky side of the Mount Strips onto the Bainbridge mountboard, with the clear side over your artwork.  This way, there will be no adhesive on your artwork – your art will only be in contact with the Bainbridge mountboard and the clear archival Mount Strip.
7. Once the artwork is well-positioned and the Mount Strips are in place, place a few strips of acid-free double-sided tape on the Bainbridge mountboard.  Close the mat on top of the Bainbridge mountboard and press firmly into place.

Bainbridge also has non-archival mounting boards available. You will find them listed under 2UB and 4UB in standard mounting board options.

Documounts conveniently carries all of your mounting and framing needs, such as mats, Bainbridge mountboard, acid-free tapes, and other mounting and framing supplies.

When your artwork or photography is ready for framing, there are many options to consider.  From the color and style of frame matting, to the materials and design of the frame itself, the selections you choose can enhance your artwork in numerous ways.

When it comes to frame matting, Documounts offers many customization options.

Option 1 – Frame Matting Quality

Choose from our three levels of frame matting quality:  Economy, Standard and Archival.  These various levels of frame matting quality allow you to get a quality mat at any price point.

Option 2 – Frame Matting Layers and Setbacks

Choose single, double or triple frame matting to complement your artwork.  The standard setback for frame matting is ¼”.  However, you can select from 14 additional setback options for a completely custom look.  When choosing multiple layers, you will select the setback, quality of frame matting and color for each layer.

Option 3 – Reverse Bevel

If you opt for a reverse bevel, the 45 degree angle is reversed so that no bevel shows against your artwork.  Artist who work with chalk pastels commonly use this frame matting option.  The reverse bevel is also preferred for a clean, sharp look. The cost of the reverse bevel option is $1.50 per mat.

Option 4 – Frame Matting Color

Options abound when it comes to color selection.  Depending on the type of frame matting you choose, there could be as many as 150 color choices or more.  When opting for multiple layers of frame matting, the color combinations you choose can add drama to any piece.

Option 5 – Blank Frame Matting

Would you prefer to order your frame matting without an opening?  No problem, we can do that.  You will receive a 20% discount for any blank frame matting order.

Option 6 – Frame Matting Sizes

When ordering your frame matting, you will be able to select both the inside and outside dimensions of your frame matting.

Option 7 – Frame Matting with V-Groove

For a unique, decorative look, opt for a V-Groove accent.  This decorative channel line that is cut into the face of the mat.  This is a stunning frame matting option.  If you would like your frame matting to include a V-Groove you must choose the amount of space the V-Groove will be out from the window

Option 8 – Weighted Window Frame Matting

Custom frame matting typically comes with a centered window opening, so that distance from the window to the edge of the frame is consistent from top to bottom and side to side.  We also offer the option of weighted window frame matting.   A weighted window will typically have an additional ½” to 1” of space from the bottom of the window to the edge of the frame matting.  This additional space helps to balance the look of the artwork and can also add visual interest to smaller pieces of artwork.

Option 9 – Discounted Frame Matting

At Documounts, we value your business.  The more frame matting that you order, the more you save.  Discounts begin with the order of the just 4 mat boards.   Click here for a full list of our frame matting discounts.

Your complete satisfaction is our goal, so customize to your heart’s content.  No matter the frame matting options you choose, we are certain you will receive the best quality mat board and service from Documounts.  Click here to begin the process of customizing your frame matting order.

For artists and photographers who run many prints of their work, matting wholesale can save time and money.  At Documounts, we know that matting wholesale is an important component of keeping your artwork affordable and your business profitable.  We offer all of our matting at wholesale prices to help you succeed.

When you begin shopping for matting wholesale, it is vital that you are receiving the quality of mat board you require.  At Documounts, you never have to worry about the quality of our wholesale matting.  The same mat board that we sell individually is available in wholesale quantities and prices.  When you purchase your matting wholesale from Documounts, your discounts begin with the purchase of just four pieces.  Discounts for wholesale matting increase when you order 8, 16, 48, 250, 1,000 and 5,000 quantities.

Wholesale matting from Documounts comes with the same choices and selection as when you ordered just one or two pieces.  You will be able to choose from archival, standard and economy quality wholesale matting.  The color, number of layers, sizes and window openings are all available for customization.  If you prefer weighted windows or reverse bevels, simply select these options when customizing your matting at wholesale prices.  Our easy to use ordering system will walk you through all of your options, and provide you with your cost based on the quantities you select.  Matting wholesale doesn’t get easier than this.

At Documounts, we know that matting wholesale saves you time and money.  We work hard to make our discounts for matting wholesale the best in the business.  Artists throughout the country rely on Documounts for matting at wholesale prices.  Simply design the custom matting that works best for you, order the quantities you require and let us do the work.

Click here to start ordering your matting wholesale.

Are you in need of wholesale mats for framing?  Documounts, the reliable source for all your framing needs, has a wide selection of wholesale mats available.  From archival to economy quality, our wholesale mats are always top quality at a great price.

For those artists who are in need of wholesale mats, we offer discounts beginning with the purchase of just 4 mats.  Discounts increase as you order wholesale mats in quantities of 8, 16, 48, 250, 1,000 and 5,000.  For example, 8×10 archival quality Bainbridge Alphamats are available for just $1.14 per mat when you order 5,000 or more wholesale mats.  If you prefer to order 5,000, 8×10 standard quality wholesale mats, you will pay as little as $0.42 per mat.  For top quality wholesale mats, you simply cannot beat the prices available at Documounts.

For artists and photographers who are running multiple prints of their work, purchasing wholesale mats provides the opportunity to take advantage of volume pricing discounts.  There is no reason to purchase your mats one or two at a time.  If you regularly produce artwork of the same size, consider the benefits that wholesale mats can provide.  For a small upfront investment, you will have a large selection of wholesale mats at your disposal.  Having our wholesale mats on hand makes it easier for you to frame your artwork for sale and/or display.

If you regularly attend art shows and fairs, consider our various mat kits.  These kits come in quantities of 25 or 50, and include the wholesale mats, backing and clear bags.  Simply assemble the kit and your artwork is ready for display and sale.  The bags protect your artwork from the elements and make it easy to transport between shows.

To begin the selecting wholesale mats for your artwork, visit Documounts today.

Are you trying to save money on display costs, but don’t want to sacrifice on the quality and presentation of your artwork?  If you need to keep costs down, try purchasing wholesale photo mats from Documounts.  Our wholesale photo mats offer artists and photographers a great selection and the ability to increase savings as more wholesale photo mats are ordered.

When you purchase wholesale photo mats from Documounts, you will be able to choose from our selection of pre-cut and custom wholesale photo mats.  Our pre-cut wholesale photo mats are available in the standard quality mat board.  Options for pre-cut wholesale photo mats include both single and double mats in white and black.  Our pre-cut wholesale photo mats come in 8×10, 11×14 and 16×20 sizes.  All of these pre-cut wholesale photo mats come in packs of 25 for your convenience.

If you need more customization options than our pre-cut wholesale photo mats offer, you can create exactly the size and color of mat you need with our Custom Cut wholesale photo mats.  Choose from a large selection of colors in our archival, standard and economy quality mats.  Add the perfect accents including multiple layers, weighted windows, and more to create the perfect wholesale photo mats for your artwork.

Regardless of which type of wholesale photo mats you choose, the more you order the more you save.  Our top quality wholesale photo mats are depended upon by artists throughout the country to bring a finishing touch to their artwork.  Since 1984, Documounts has been the trusted leader in wholesale photo mats and framing supplies.  Our superior customer service and unparalleled quality brings artists back time and time again. Learn what artists across the country know, that Documounts’ commitment to top quality products, at affordable prices, is unmatched.

From Custom Cut to Ready Made, Documounts offers a wide selection of discount frame options.  Choose the materials, profile and finish of each discount frame you order from Documounts.  At Documounts, we provide artists with the best quality discount frame options at the best prices.

Our Ready Made discount frame selection includes options in our Black, Silver & Gold and Dark Wood Collections.  Each of these discount frame collections offers a selection of profiles and sizes for you to choose from.  Whether you prefer clean contemporary lines, or a more classic elegant look, our Ready Made discount frame collections include a wide variety of options.  Ready Made discount frames come in 8×10, 11×14 and 16×20 sizes.  The more frames you order the more you save.  With the purchase of three or more frames you receive a 10% discount.  Order 12 or more discount frames, and receive a 20% discount.  All of our Ready Made discount frames come with glass, cardboard backing and a sawtooth hanger for your convenience.

For more framing options, choose from our selection of Custom Cut frames.  Our Custom Cut discount frame options include frames made from both metal and wood.  Colors and profiles are nearly endless with our Custom Cut discount frames.  As with our Ready Made discount frames, the more you order, the more you save.  Discounts vary based on the type of frame you select. Wood frame discounts begin with the purchase of just four frames.  With the purchase of 7 wood frames, you receive an even larger discount. View our metal frames pricing chart here.

When you order a discount frame from Documounts, you receive the best quality, selection and price available.  Don’t waste any more time shopping for discount frames.  Purchase your Ready Made and Custom Cut wood and metal frames from Documounts.

Order your Ready Made discount frame here.

Order your custom cut wood discount frame here.

Order your custom cut metal discount frame here.

Rag board is the top-quality option for matting your most important artworks.  When you mat your artwork, you can either use mat board or rag board.  How do you know when to choose rag board over a paper mat?

Rag board is the ideal choice for matting artwork that is important and/or valuable.  Rag board is made from 100% cotton rag which is naturally acid-free, so it is untreated by the chemicals that are needed to make paper mats acid-free.  This is what makes rag board a superior option over paper mats.  When longevity and conservation are a major factor in deciding upon the presentation of your artwork, matting your artwork with rag board is the obvious answer.

Because rag board is the museum-quality option, it also costs more than paper mats.  Therefore, if you are matting open edition prints or photographs where longevity is not an issue, you might be better off choosing paper mat board instead of rag board.

Documounts offers three types of rag board: 4 ply Alpharag Artcare Solid Core, 8 ply Alpharag Artcare Solid Core and Crescent Ragmats:

• 4 ply Alpharag Artcare solid core rag board is available in 29 colors.  The bevel of each of these rag boards is the same color as the front of the rag board.
• 8 ply Alpharag Artcare solid core rag board is twice as thick as the 4 ply options. It is available in 13 different colors. The 8 ply rag board allows for a more dramatic presentation due to its deeper bevel.
• Crescent Ragmat is a 4 ply rag board that is available in 6 different types of white.  Five of them have a standard white core, while the White Classic Rag has a classic solid core.

If you’re not sure which Alpharag colors you would like to use, you can order a sample mat pack that includes all of the colors available. This allows you to place different colors next to your actual artwork, so you can see firsthand how each color will look against your art.

In addition to rag board, you can find all of your other matting, mounting and framing supplies at Documounts, making us the one-stop shop to get you ready for your next art show!

Display your artwork and photographs in style with quality picture frames from Documounts!  We offer a wide selection of high-quality picture frames in various styles, colors and sizes, allowing you to create the perfect presentation for your artwork.

If your artwork is a standard size, we sell readymade quality picture frames in black, silver, gold and dark wood.  If your artwork doesn’t quite fit into the standard size picture frames, we specialize in offering custom cut quality picture frames.  You can order both wood picture frames and metal picture frames in custom sizes.  With the exception of the Nielsen Backloading frames and the readymade quality picture frames, all of our frames are shipped to you unassembled, but for a fee of $7.50 we can assemble your wood quality picture frames for you.

At Documounts we understand the needs of artists who require a lot of quality picture frames to display their artwork at gallery shows and at art festivals.  That’s why we offer very generous volume discounts on both our metal picture frames and our wood picture frames!  The more quality picture frames that you buy, the more you save.  Whether you buy readymade quality picture frames or custom cut quality picture frames, you will always receive a discount when you buy in bulk!

Documounts also sells everything else that you will need to mount, mat, frame, and display your artwork.  We offer a variety of mat colors and types, so you can easily browse our selection and choose the right matting for your quality picture frames.  You can select from 4 different types of acrylic glazing to complete your package of quality picture frames.  All of the matting, mounting and hanging supplies that you will need are conveniently available for purchase from Documounts.

Quality works of art belong in quality picture frames.  Order yours now from Documounts!

Do you need a custom picture mount to protect and display your artwork?  At Documounts, we specialize in custom cut picture mounts that are created exactly to your specifications.  Whether you need a standard size or an unusual size, we can create the perfect picture mount for your needs.  And perhaps best of all – you can save when you buy your custom picture mount in bulk!

When you order a custom cut picture mount from Documounts, you have complete control over your picture mount, every step of the way.  You can choose the quality of the mat board, as well as the color and size of your picture mount.  Let’s look at each of these factors a bit further:

Quality of the mat board

Depending on what you would like to mount, your picture mount can be cut out of archival mat board, standard mat board, or economy mat board.  The quality of the mat board that you choose for your picture mount will depend on what you are planning to display.

For instance, a high-priced artwork should always be placed in a picture mount cut from archival mat board.  If cost is a factor and longevity is not an issue, then standard or economy mat board would be suitable for your picture mount.

Color of the mat board

The color of your mat board should work in harmony with your image.  White is the most popular color that is used for picture mounts, but you can choose from a wide selection of colors that can complement and enhance your imagery.

Size of the picture mount

You will need to measure your image to determine the size of the inner window for the picture mount.  You will also need to decide how big you want the picture mount to be.  You can choose to have a lot of matting around your picture, or only a thin area of matting around your picture – it’s up to you!

What else will you need to complete your picture mount?

To mount your picture, you will need a few other essential supplies, such as mounting board and archival adhesives.  You can find all of these supplies and more when you shop online at Documounts!

Buying a custom cut photo mount is easy when you shop online at Documounts.  On our website, you can order a custom photo mount that suits your specific requirements, as well as purchase all of the other supplies that you will need for mounting, framing, displaying, and selling your artwork or photography.

When you need a custom photo mount in a non-standard size or dimension, you can easily order it from Documents.  You will save when you buy your custom photo mount in bulk – the more you buy, the more you save!  This is an ideal solution for artists and photographers who sell their work at art festivals and need a large quantity of photo mounts.

Since Documounts can create a custom photo mount cut specifically for your needs, we can create much more than just a photo mount with a single square or rectangular opening.  Documounts can also cut a photo mount with multiple openings for a creative way to display your photos.  We can also create photo mount windows in the shapes of circles, ovals and arches. In addition to custom cut photo mounts, we also offer photo mounts in standard sizes.  Our Pre-Cut Mats and Market-Ready Mat Kits are excellent choices for artists and photographers who need to buy photo mounts in a standard size at an affordable cost.  Buying photo mounts in bulk allows you to efficiently prepare to sell lots of work at your next art show.

In addition to your photo mount, you can also purchase mount board, archival adhesives, and clear bags from Documounts so that your artwork and photos are ready to sell.  If you want to frame your photos, we also offer a wide selection of quality frames and framing supplies.  Whatever your mounting and framing needs, Documounts is your one-stop shop to help you get ready for a sell-out art show!