We often get calls from people who want to know what they need for a gallery show.  They want to know what most people use and what the standard is for most galleries.  Many galleries do have guidelines for what they want in the way of frame and mats. Some are more open to your choice.

We’ve created a page with the most popular mat and frame combination. If you are wondering which way to go for you gallery show, start on our Gallery Picture Mats and Frames page.

We want to take a moment to toot our own horn.

At Documounts we are committed to bringing you the best prices, products and service.   We know we’re succeeding because we hear it from you all the time!

We’ve collected a sample of some of the comments we have gotten from you in the last year and have created a page just for them.

If you are new to Documounts and wondering whether to order, take a look at what our customers are saying about us.

Thanks again to everyone who has taken the time out of their busy schedule to let us know their experience.  We really appreciate it.  Please feel free to let us know your experience – good or bad – anytime.

The sale has been a doozy! We’re glad so many of you got to take advantage. You’ve only got several hours to get in on the deal. You can use the code until 11:59 PST, even when the homepage has changed. So, here is the code: AM8TN.

Keep in mind this only applies to archival custom cut mats or full sheets. Order must equal $100.00 before the discount.  More details here.

felt bumper on back of frame

The reason most people think bumpers are good to use on the back of frames is because it helps protect the wall from scratches.

This is true. Another benefit is that the bumpers can help keep the framed art aligned on the wall.

However, bumpers originally started being used to make sure that the frame rests away from the wall a bit. The extra space permits air to circulate behind the artwork. This circulation helps prevent moisture from collecting which can lead to mold and mildew.

We carry 3/8″ felt bumpers that you can buy per bumper and we also carry the bumpers in a roll of 1000. If you are buying a wood or metal frame from us, you will receive them with your order automatically.

Bumpers are generally used only on the bottom of the frame. The top of the frame already sits a bit away from the wall whether it is strung with wire or is using a sawtooth hanger.

We are having a sale on the best boards we offer!

Now until August 25th you can get 20% off on all our custom cut and full sheet Archival Matboards.

This also applies to the 8 ply boards from Alpharag and Artique.

You must use the code AM8TN to get the discount. You can enter it in the promotion code during check-out on the website or mention it when you are ordering on the phone.

Learn more about the sale on Archival Matboard.