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What are the Different Types of Picture Framing Glass

Jan 17, 2019

 Glazing Choices Available in Our Ready-made Frames Available at FrameUSA.com

      Basic Glass–This type of picture frame glazing is the most common in ready-made frames that you will find in retail stores or online. Basic glass protects your art from dust and scratches only.It does not protect your artwork from harmful UV rays or contain any anti-reflective properties.

 

       Styrene–This type of frame facing is popular for it's light weight,  affordability,and resistance to shattering.Styrene is the most affordable non-glass facing and provides physical protection from dust and scratches.WARNING – Do not use household cleaning chemicals or solutions!Clean only with a soft,damp cloth.

Technical Info:

●Blocks up to 99% of UV light rays

●Meets ISO 18902 and passes ISO 18916,by providing at least 97% UV protection

●Does not degrade or delaminate over time.Tru Vue uses a proprietary inorganic,silica-based UV blocking coating,which is "baked" into the glass substrate producing a permanently bonded coating.

2.5mm glass substrate

When To Use:

Ideal for any framing application,if reflection-free viewing is not important.

For protecting art, photographs and other important personal keepsakes against damage and fading caused by UV light.

To provide fade protection for posters. The inks, papers and other materials used to create these prints are more likely to deteriorate at a faster pace than higher quality reproductions.