Stretcher Bar Construction — Why It Matters for Custom Framed Original Art Most people never think about what’s behind the canvas. But that’s where the real structure is. Stretcher bars are the foundation of any canvas artwork. They determine how the canvas holds tension, how it stays flat, and how it behaves over time. And when you’re working with custom framed original art… that structure matters more than people realize. Poor stretcher bar construction leads to: • Canvas sagging • Uneven tension across the surface • Frame misalignment • Long-term distortion What looks fine at first can slowly shift as the material responds to gravity, humidity, and time. At Picture Worth Custom Framing, stretcher bar construction is treated as a structural system—not just a backing. We focus on: • Controlled tension distribution • Reinforced corners for stability • Proper bar depth based on artwork size • Long-term structural integrity Because when original artwork is framed… the goal isn’t just to display it. It’s to preserve how it was meant to look.
