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Picture Perfect Custom Framing

Services & Products

Mat Cutting

We carry several mat colors in-stock to get your custom mat back to you as soon as possible. We carry PH Neutral as well as Acid Free and museum quality Archival mat boards. Paper mats can be ordered in any color and there are many textures, fabrics and suedes to choose from.

Glass Cutting

Most glass can be cut while you wait. We carry Premium Clear, Reflection Control, Conservation Clear, Conservation Refection Control, Anti Reflective, and Museum Grade glass (so clear you don’t even know it’s there!) UV protection ranges from 45% to 99%, talk with the designer to help identify your needs.

Plexiglass Cutting

Plexi can be cut while you wait. It is a great alternative for larger pieces because it weighs much less than glass. Plexi is also a great alternative for children’s rooms or above a bed (just in case). We carry Clear, Reflection Control, Conservation Clear and Conservation Reflection Control Plexiglass.

Convex Glass & Oval Framing

Perfect for classic old-time photographs, oval mouldings come in a wide variety of colors and styles. Slumped convex glass can be custom ordered in any size and shape. Allow 4 weeks for completion.

Shadow Boxes

Have a special jersey hiding in the closet or how about a shoe box full of memories under the bed? Why not let our expert design staff help design a layout for a shadowbox to protect your memorabilia? These frames are made from a deep moulding in which three dimensional items can be beautifully displayed. Custom shaped shadow boxes are also available. How awesome would it be to have a frame the shape of that autographed Louisville Slugger you have leaning in your office?

Collage Frames

Are photos piling up from a special vacation, birthday party or special event? Commemorate it by designing a custom layout Collage Frame. Come chat with our designer to make a custom layout.

Dry Mounting

This process is a method of adhering 2D art onto a firm support by means of heat activated or pressure sensitive adhesive. Mounting helps to flatten prints, photos or posters that have lines, wrinkles or humidity damage. Your image will look crisp and new again!

Stretching

Canvas or Fabric Art can be stretched over stretcher bars to achieve a nice flat viewing area. Needlework? No problem, we’ll hand pin it to an archival foam core board to make framing a snap.

Document Framing

That little piece of paper costs A LOT of money! Preserve it with archival glass, matting and a museum quality fitting and be proud to show it off!

Mouldings

We have a wide selection of both wood and metal frames from some of the industries most respected frame manufacturers. All of our length moulding is precision cut by hand and assembled at our site by our knowledgeable staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will my project take?

Standard custom framing projects will take between two and three weeks to complete, all projects will be clean and ready to hang on your walls.

Just need a piece of glass or a mat cut? These projects should be ready in less than one day or while you wait.

Need it Now? Check out our supply of in-stock moulding and matting. Choosing in-stock materials will speed up the process and you’ll be admiring your piece in a day or two.

How can I protect my artwork?

Picture Perfect Custom Framing will help you protect your art from aging and UV damage that occurs on an everyday basis from any normal light source. Sunlight and indoor lighting fade art over time. The best way to prevent fading is to use a conservation level glazing. We offer Conservation Clear, Conservation Reflection Control, and Museum Quality Glass. These all carry 99% UV protection, kind of like sun block for your art!

Art can also start to yellow and decay if not surrounded by Acid Free Archival framing materials. To fully preserve your art we carry acid free museum quality matting, backing board, hinging tape and photo corners.

About Us

Picture Perfect Custom Framing opened shop in April, 2011. Owner Jim Skyberg noticed a need for quality, quick custom picture framing in the Brookings community and decided to delve into the industry.

At the design counter you will get expert advice from designer Anne Bullock. Anne graduated from SDSU with specialties in Visual Arts and has spent the last 4 years managing a large custom frame shop in Oregon. She is a mastered designer and framer. She is excited to put a creative spin on your next project and make it a conversation piece for years to come!

Hours

Picture Perfect Custom Framing will be open 8a – 5p Monday through Friday.

Can’t make it during normal business hours? No problem, call us at (605) 692-7251 to make a special appointment!