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Stretcher bar sizes vary greatly, which is great for canvas artists of all kind. However, it can also make the buying process difficult if you are not prepared. You should take the time to check out all of the different products that you have to choose from and make sure that you get the bars that you need for your framing projects. If you are framing small prints, you will need smaller bars. For large prints, you will need larger bars. Although this might sound obvious to the established artist, many amateurs don’t know a lot about the materials and tools when they are just starting out.

The stretcher bar products that you consider need to be high quality. You don’t have to spend a fortune, but you should be able to find bars that are top-rate and going to provide a smooth wood surface that won’t rot or warp over time. It is also important to take good care of your stretcher bars because they are very delicate and need to be treated with special care. Only wipe them down with a dry, non-abrasive cloth and if you feel the need to use water you should dry them thoroughly before using them again. However, care is an afterthought if you are still shopping for stretchers to frame canvas art.

Buying the right stretcher bar sets depends on what you need. There are some that are pre-formed that can be very useful if you are new to stretching canvas or if you just don’t want to have to put your own bars together to stretch your canvas art. You should take the time to make sure that you get the right size bars depending on the sizes of prints you will be framing and then determine whether you prefer the pre-formed styles or the separate bars that you have to form yourself.

It will be easier for you to use the stretcher bar forms that come already made, but it might allow you to customize your needs more if you choose the bars that are separate. You can then create any size and shape that you want with your artwork, which is much more appealing to some people. Ultimately, it’s all about getting what you want and need, no matter what that might end up being. See what’s out there, think about your needs, and then find the products that work best for you.