Documounts sells a variety of mounting foam core to suit your mounting needs.  Ordering mounting foam core from Documounts is easy.  First, determine the quality of mounting foam core that you need.  This will depend on what you are mounting.

Archival mounting foam core

If you are mounting original artwork, limited edition prints, signed and numbered hand-pulled prints, or important or valuable paper memorabilia, then you should use archival mounting foam core.  Archival mounting foam core will both preserve your artwork by providing a steady support and also protect your artwork against chemical deterioration by neutralizing environmental pollutants.  If you need to mount something that you want to last for generations, then use our museum-quality archival mounting foam core.

Archival foam core is available in two thicknesses: 1/8” and 3/16”.  Both sizes are stiff yet lightweight.  The thicker archival foam core is ideal for mounting larger works of art.  Both sizes of archival core are available in white.  The 3/16” mounting foam core is also available in black.

Standard mounting foam core

If you are mounting open edition reproductions, such as giclees, photographs, or posters, then you can use our standard mounting foam core.  This foam core is not archival, so it will not protect and preserve your artwork like the archival foam core will.

Standard mounting foam core is available in two thicknesses: 1/8” and 3/16”.  Both sizes are available in white only.

Adhesive mounting foam core

Adhesive foam core is acid-free, but not archival.  Therefore it is suitable for permanently mounting inexpensive prints, photographs and posters.  One side of the adhesive mounting foam core is self-adhesive, so you can apply the artwork directly to the foam core without the need for extra adhesives.  The artwork will be permanently adhered to the board, but you will be able to reposition the artwork before the bond becomes permanent.

After choosing the quality of mounting foam core that best serves your purposes, choose the thickness that you will need, and then decide on the size of your mounting foam core.  Next, enter the quantity of mounting foam core that you need.

In addition to mounting foam core, Documounts also sells mat board, frames, glazing, and all of the other supplies that you will need to display your artwork!

Bainbridge adhesive foam core is a convenient mounting option for photographs and works of art on paper. The difference between adhesive foam core and regular foam core is that one side of the adhesive foam core is coated with a sticky adhesive.  This sticky adhesive conveniently eliminates the need for tape. Adhesive foam core is lightweight, but it is sturdy and rigid.  This 3/16” thick foam core will not crack, bend or warp.

To mount your artwork onto adhesive foam core, start by peeling off the protective sheet, revealing the sticky side of the foam core.  Position your artwork gently in the center of the adhesive foam core.  Don’t press firmly until you feel confident that your artwork is centered just the way you want it. Your artwork can be repositioned as needed until it is perfect.  When you are ready, press firmly and evenly on the artwork to seal it to the adhesive foam core.  Lay your mat on top of the adhesive foam core and when it is centered correctly, press the mat board down firmly as well.

When should you use adhesive foam core to mount your artwork?  You should mount your artwork onto adhesive foam core when conservation is not an issue.  Adhesive foam core is pH neutral, but it is not archival.  This means that over time, the chemicals from the foam core will contribute to the yellowing and deteriorating of the artwork.

This means that if you want to mount one-of-a-kind artwork or limited edition prints, you should not use adhesive foam core.  If you are mounting open edition prints or posters, then adhesive foam core is a convenient, low-cost option.  The main benefit of adhesive foam core is that you can mount both your artwork and your mat directly onto the adhesive foam core without using tape.

Documounts sells adhesive foam core, mats, frames, and everything else you will need to mat, mount, and frame your artwork!