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White Core Conservation Double Thick   Custom Cut Mat Boards

 Conservation Mat Boards:
Peterboro Conservation is the perfect choice when an affordable Mat Board is needed for valuable works of art.
  • Pigmented Conservation quality Surface Papers
  • High Alpha Cellulose Conservation Core
  • Bleed and Fade Resistant Throughout
  • Buffered with Calcium Carbonate
  • Blue Wool Scale reading 5 or higher
  • Contains no optical brighteners
    Thickness: .052" / 1.3 mm available in 32" x 40" / 812 x 1016 mm

Glacier White
A4014

Soft White
A479

Chalk
A472

Snow White
A452

Pale Grey
A453

Pearl
A4013

Sahara
A224

Sand
A435

Cardinal Red
A406

Real Red
A4424
 

Rust
A445

Goldenrod
A403

Powder Blue
A448

Blueberry
A468

Royal Blue
A4423

Caribbean Blue
A5003

Silver Grey
A457

Cedar
A462

Evergreen
A405

Misty Grey
A455
 

Teakwood Black
A504

Dark Grey
A458

ONYX
A4420

White Ice
A4421

 WHITE CORE Mat Boards
Peterboro Conservation is truly the company's flagship product and represents the best value in conservation Mat Boards.

SOME KEY FACTS ABOUT PETERBORO CONSERVATION 1. The Core
High grade Alpha Cellulose is the main ingredient in the conservation core. Alpha Cellulose can be distilled from cotton or wood, and the higher the Alpha Cellulose content, the higher the purity of the board. We specify that PETERBORO CONSERVATION core must have more than 90% Alpha Cellulose, industry specifications call for no less then 84%.

2. Chemical ingredient
The conservation quality of a mat can often be affected by the chemical impurities within its materials. For instance, the level of iron and copper within the Mat Board can create tarnishing and discoloration of the mat, while the sulphur content can raise acidic levels, damaging both mat and artwork. In the manufacture of PETERBORO CONSERVATION, we strictly control the level of chemical ingredients to ensure that they meet or exceed the Library of Congress and Fine Art Trade Guild standards for chemical composition.

3. Surface Paper
To reduce color fade and bleed, PETERBORO CONSERVATION uses pigments for surface paper coloration. The pigments are specified to meet or exceed the fade and bleed test requirements outlined by the Fine Art Trade Guild standards. Independent testing shows that PETERBORO CONSERVATION exceeds these requirements.

4. Backing Paper
Peterboro Conservation backing paper is composed of 100% virgin fiber, buffered with calcium carbonate at a 3% minimum reserve, with no optical brighteners and a smooth finish with even coloration. The backing paper meets or exceeds the standards as set out by both the Library of Congress and the Fine Art Trade Guild.

5. Quality
Independent QC benchmarking shows that PETERBORO CONSERVATON has one of the highest standards of consistent quality in the market.

What does this testing and analysis mean to the framer?
It means that if you are using Peterboro Conservation Mat Board to frame valuable art, you can be sure the product will perform to the high standards our industry expects of a conservation grade Mat Board.


 To order Mat Boards Online:
Seattle Full Sheet 40x32" Mat Board To Order Full Sheet 40x32" White Core, Conservation or Museum Core Mat Boards click here. Seattle Custom cut Picture Frame Mat Boards, Plexi or Backings To Order Custom cut Single or Double Picture Frame Mat boards, Plexi/Acrylic or Backings click here. Seattle Mat Board Color Corner Samples To Order Mat Board Color Corner Samples click here.

 

 MatBoard Guide:

  When ordering Custom cut Mat Boards please note:
  • Select the Exact size of the artwork you are matting. We will make the mat opening 1/8" to 1/4" smaller on each side to make sure the mat will cover the artwork. If you don't want a smaller opening size, ask for EXACT OPENING SIZE in order note box.
  • Contact us by email and ask for a quote, if:
    • you need larger than 40x32" mat sizes.
    • you need multi opening custom mats.
    • you need custom shapes or triple mat openings.
  • After adding the item to the shopping cart, enter instructions and notes in order note box if needed.
Seattle Single MatBoard layout Seattle Double MatBoard layout
Seattle Single MatBoard layout

Single Matboard Sample

Seattle Double MatBoard layout

Double Matboard Sample

 
Terms:

Top Mat: Top layer of a double mat; It has a larger window, which allows a small border of the bottom mat, called the reveal, to be shown.

Bottom Mat: Optional second layer of matboard used in double matting; The window opening of the bottom mat surrounds the artwork.

Reveal: Width of the bottom mat, normally 1/4″, 3/8″ & 1/2″

Mat Outer Size: Also known as frame opening size, matches the plexi glass or backing size of the picture frame

Artwork Size: The exact size of the artwork!

Mat Opening Size: Size of the matboard window cut out

 
Our informative articles on MatBoards:

Choosing the Best Mat Size The article offers helpful tips on selecting the appropriate mat size for your artwork.

Measuring for Mats All about Mat Outer Size, Artwork Size and Mat Opening Size

Choosing Mat Color How to select the best colors of mat fo ryour artwork

All About Mats The article discusses the different materials and attributes of picture framing mats and more!






 Matboard FAQs:

Q1 : Does my artwork need a mat?
Q2 : What color is your whitest white?
Q3 : What is backing board?
Q4 : Do you sell full sheets (32 x 40)?
Q5 : What is the purpose of a mat?
Q6 : Should I get an acid-free mat or a regular mat?
Q7 : How do I choose the best color mat?
Q8 : How much of my image will the mat cover?
Q9 : What is the difference between regular, conservation, and museum mat boards?
Q10 : Do you have more mat options than are on your website?
Q11 : How wide should my mat be?
Q12 : How do I order a mat board with my frame?
Q13 : Do you carry different thicknesses of mat boards?
Q14 : Can I come into your store to choose a matboard?
Q15 : Can I get a mat larger than 32x40 inches?
Q16 : What brand are your mat boards?
Q17 : What is the difference between mat, matt, and matte?
Q18 : How many different matboard colors do you carry?
Q19 : What is the mat offset?
Q20 : What calculations do I need for ordering a mat?
Q21 : What is the mat window?
Q22 : Can I order Custom Cut Frame MatBoards?
Q23 : What is the fifference between 4 ply or 8 ply matbaords?
 

Q1 : Does my artwork need a mat?
Whether or not to add a mat to your image is entirely up to you. If you intend to sell the artwork or pass it down as a family heirloom, an acid-free mat is a good idea to protect the image from the condensation that may occur on the glass. But if you are simply framing family photographs or an art print, the mat is a purely aesthetic option. Order online: Custom-cut matboards Full sheet, 32x40" matboard

Q2 : What color is your whitest white?
We offer many shades of white mat board. Crystal White is our brightest white. Order online: Custom-size mats Full, 32x40" matboards

Q3 : What is backing board?
Backing board is used to back or mount prints inside a frame.It is slightly thinner than a 4-ply matboard. It Order online: Backing Boards

Q4 : Do you sell full sheets (32 x 40)?
We currently sell full matboard sheets (32x40") in certain colors. Order online: Full, 32x40" matboards

Q5 : What is the purpose of a mat?
Matting is the border that surrounds your art within the frame. Visually, the mat boards provide "breathing room" from any distractions on the surrounding wall including the frame. The other usage of Mat is separating the artwork from the plexi or glass.

Q6 : Should I get an acid-free mat or a regular mat?
Acid- and lignin-free mats guarantee no artwork degradation will occur because of the mat for hundreds of years. If you plan to sell your piece or show it in a gallery, a Museum core mat board is advisable. However, if you are simply framing an inexpensive piece or a print to show in your home, you should be fine with a regular mat.

Even our regular mats are treated with calcium carbonate to keep them acid-neutral for 100 years.

Q7 : How do I choose the best color mat?
A colored mat is a great way to enhance or draw out certain sections of your artwork. At the same time, a colored mat can have a detrimental effect if it does not flatter the artwork colors. Try laying different mats on top of your artwork to help you decide. If no color seems to fit, a mat in one of our many shades of white is always a good choice. Order online: Custom-size mats

Q8 : How much of my image will the mat cover?
The mat will cover 1/8" to 1/4" on each side of your image. This overlap is essential to ensure your artwork remains behind the mat and does not fall through. We recommend the default overlap of 1/4", but if your artwork has many important details along the edges that you do not want obscured, we can cut the mat to have an 1/8" overlap.

If your image has a white border around it, do not cut this off prior to matting. We can minimize the amount of overlap on the actual image if there is enough space around the edge.

Q9 : What is the difference between regular, conservation, and museum mat boards?
Regular mat boards are made from wood pulp, treated with an acid-neutralizer that minimizes negative reactions between the mat and artwork. They are our least expensive mat board.

Conservation mat boards have a core of acid- and lignin-free cotton, and a facing of wood pulp paper. They protect the artwork from acid burn and degradation for at least 100 years, and have a mid-range cost.

Museum core mat boards are made entirely of cotton rag paper. They are guaranteed to have no adverse reaction with artwork for hundreds of years. Museum mat boards are the most expensive and the best quality.

Q10 : Do you have more mat options than are on your website?
We do carry other options for mat boards, but they need to be ordered in, and this can delay your order. Please contact us if you require a different mat.

Q11 : How wide should my mat be?
The width of the mat is up to the customer, but we can provide some general guidelines.

For average sized artwork (about 11x14" to 30x20"), the common mat width is 2". If you artwork is smaller, you might consider a 1.75 or 1.5" mat. If you artwork is very large, a 3" or 4" mat may be necessary to ensure an aesthetically pleasing ratio. Please see our article Measuring for Mats for more information.

Q12 : How do I order a mat board with my frame?
When you select the frame size to order, you will see an option to add "mats" to your order. When you select this, you can choose your mat color. The mat width is the thickness on one side, between the frame and the artwork (generally about 2"). If you are selecting two mats, the reveal is the amount of the bottom mat that will show between the artwork and the top mat.

Q13 : Do you carry different thicknesses of mat boards?
We can make your order with 8 ply mat boards in basic colors, however we do not keep them in stock, so ordering them may delay your order by a few days. We offer a wide selection of colors in the regular 4 ply thickness, and a double mat is a good option if you require a thicker division between plexiglass and image.

Q14 : Can I come into your store to choose a matboard?
If you are located in the Vancouver area, you are welcome to stop by our store and go through our mat samples. Unfortunately, we are an online business and do not have storefronts in other locations.

Q15 : Can I get a mat larger than 32x40 inches?
Unfortunately, our mat boards do not come in a larger size than 32 x 40, so we are unable to accommodate oversize mat orders. Have you considered having your artwork printed with a colored border?

Another option for larger artwork is to purchase a linen liner. Because these are custom made like picture frames, you can order larger sizes. Please note, however, that liners are thicker than matboards, and may require a frame with a deeper rabbet.

Order online: Full, 32x40" Matboards

Q16 : What brand are your mat boards?
Our mat boards are made by Peterboro. This Canadian company has been in the paper-making business since 1902, and their products are manufactured in and distributed from Canada.

Q17 : What is the difference between mat, matt, and matte?
Though "mat" is the most widely recognized spelling, all three words mean the same thing: a rigid paper border that divides the image from the glass and the frame.

"Matte" or "matt" may also refer to a smooth, non-reflective finish.

Q18 : How many different matboard colors do you carry?
We stock 50 regular matboard colors, as well as about 30 conservation and 18 museum core colors. However, we are able to order any color you would like. Contact us if you do not see the color you want on the website. Please remember that ordering a mat we do not have in stock will delay your order a few days. Order online, or view our full selection in stock: Matboards

Q19 : What is the mat offset?
The offset is the amount that your mat is smaller than your image. This slight overlap ensures your artwork will not fall through your mat. However, you do not need to factor this measurement into your calculations - we will automatically cut your matboard 1/8" to 1/4" smaller on each side than your artwork size.

Q20 : What calculations do I need for ordering a mat?
All you need to know is the size of your artwork, and the width of the mat border (usually about 2" on each side). Both these amounts can be entered in our online form when you place your order.

We will do all other calculations for you, such as the mat offset and the total frame size. Please see our article, Measuring for Mats for more information.

Q21 : What is the mat window?
The mat window, or mat opening, is the space between the two inner edges of the mat - the hole through which your artwork will show. The mat window is generally 1/4" to 1/2" smaller than your artwork vertically and horizontally. This allows for the mat offset, which overlaps your image 1/8" or 1/4" on each side, keeping the art from falling through the mat.

Q22 : Can I order Custom Cut Frame MatBoards?
Yes, to order click here: Custom Cut MatBoards

Q23 : What is the fifference between 4 ply or 8 ply matbaords?
Ply is the thickness of the matboard. The most common thickness used is 4 ply (around 1/16th of an inch) and double thick matboards are 8 ply or roughly 1/8 inch thick. The higher the number, the thicker and more rigid the board. Ply means a thickness or layer.

If you don't find the answer you're looking for here, please contact us.
 
 
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