Glossary

Frames seem to have a language of their own, full of notions that sound obscure to uninitiated people.

Our glossary is here to help you make your choice when selecting the perfect item for any project.

Please feel free to browse our glossary of framing terms.


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Term Definition
Mat(ting) window matA border, usually made from matboard, placed around a print, photograph, etc., to serve as a spacer or separation between the picture and the frame.
 
MouldingWood or metal which has been refined and shaped, and which includes a rabbet for use in the framing industry as frame stock.
 
MulticolourAn inspiring collection with decorative designs, fun motifs and cheerful colours.…
 
Non-glare glassGlass where one or both surfaces have been treated chemically or mechanically to slightly roughen the surface, causing reflected incident light to be dispersed in all directions.
 
Non-reflective glassGlass that is treated, usually with a thin film coating, to significantly reduce reflections without significantly affecting the sharpness of a framed image or object behind the glass.
 


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