Archival Framing

University Products is the manufacturer of museum and gallery favorite Lineco mounting and hinging tapes, as well as other archival framing supplies. For attaching artwork of any type and size to the backing board this you can chose acid-free and reversible Lineco Hinging Tape, such as Hayaku or Abaca, or use polyester mounting corners or strips. For hinging window mats to backboard, we recommend Self-Adhesive Linen Tape or Gummed Linen Tape. A variety of conservation adhesives and starches is available for making your own hinges out of acid-free tissue and japanese papers, as well as mending paper and photographs. Strong hold and quick drying Frame PVA is specially formulated for glueing wood or medium-density fiberboard (MDF) frame moulding.

Exclusive Lineco Conservation (100% Alpha Cellulose) and Museum (100% Cotton Rag) Mounting Matboard in 4 popular colors are the perfect choices for high quality matting and mounting at the lowest prices on the market. Our selection of mat cutters and other framing hardware and tools will help you with any framing job, no matter how big or small.

Oxidation and acidity from poor quality molding may cause art objects to become brittle, stained or discolored. Archivally safe Frame Backing Paper and good ATG tape will prevent such disaster from happening and will seal your frame for longtime of protection from dust, dirt and even insects. Volara Foam Rabbet Tape provides a cusion and an additional layer of protection between the moulding and the artwork it contains, preventing off-gassing.