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  Stretcher Bars & Frames:
We offer three types of stretcher bars and frames. For all three types we do use same quality wood. Below are the differences between them:

Type Size Thickness/Depth Price Turnaround Time Qty How To Order
A) Custom-Made Preassembled Wooden Stretcher Frames
Will ship joined Stretcher Frame.
Any custom size frame from 4x4" to 120x100" with 1/4" increment Over 10 different thicknesses
From 7/16" to 3" deep
More Expensive 2-4 days Production time No Limit on qty ordered Click on a profile in Group A

B) Ready to Assemble Stretcher Bars [Tongue and Groove]
Will ship Stretcher Bar Sticks.
Only certain sizes and no fractions Only two Thickness: 3/4" and 1.5" Cheaper Ships next business day Based on qty available in our warehouse click here

C) Ready-made Stretcher Frames
Will ship joined Stretcher Frame.
Small to medium fixed sizes ,but no custom Four Thickness: 1/2", 3/4", 1.5" and 2" Medium Ships in 1-2 days Based on qty available in our warehouse click here




 A) Custom-Made Preassembled Wooden Stretcher Frames:
Order the highest quality pre-assembled stretcher frames, available in custom sizes. Milled from clear finger joined Pine, a stretcher bar is used to construct a wooden stretcher frame onto which artists and canvas printers can mount their canvases. They may also be used for small-scale embroidery projects.

Pricing for a pre-assembled frame is based on width, height, and moulding profile. Click on your selection below, then choose your desired width, height, and quantity. Add the item to the shopping cart to see the pricing.

We recommend thicker frames for larger canvases, to ensure stability and durability. If the print is very large and the frame is very thin, the final product will be unstable and liable to crack or break.

Stretcher frame pricing:
Pricing is based on the profile and size. To see pricing click on a profile, select the size and you will see the pricing on the same page.

Volume discount rates, same product*
Qty 2-5 6-10 11-50 51-100
Discount 20% 25% 30% 35%

* ordering multiple quantities of the same frame with the same width and height
Click on a profile to order a Custom-Made Preassembled Wooden Stretcher Frame:
This narrow, 7/16 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The slim depth, but still sturdy 1.25 " width, makes this model ideal for small and medium size frames.

Use these small stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
7/16 " Deep Small Stretcher
Face width: 1-1/4"
Height: 7/16"
Code: STR1
This narrow, .625 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The slim depth, but still sturdy 1.625 " width, makes this model ideal for small and medium size frames.

Use these small stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
5/8 " Deep Stretcher
Face width: 1-5/8"
Height: 5/8"
Code: STR2
This 3/4 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The slim depth, but still sturdy 1.5 " width, makes this model ideal for small and medium size frames.

Use these small stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
3/4 " Deep Stretcher Popular
Face width: 1-1/2"
Height: 3/4"
Code: SB3
This .625 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The slim depth, but very sturdy 2 " width, makes this model ideal for medium and large frame sizes.

Use these mid-size stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
5/8 " Deep Medium Duty Stretcher
Face width: 2"
Height: 5/8"
Code: STR4
This 1 " deep and 2.25 " wide stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The thick width and depth of this model makes it ideal for large and extra large frames.

Use these thick stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
1 " Deep Heavy Duty Stretcher
Face width: 2-1/4"
Height: 1"
Code: STR3
This 1-1/8 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The thick width and height of this model makes it ideal for large and extra large frames.

Use these thick stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
1-1/8 " Deep Stretcher
Face width: 3"
Height: 1-1/8"
Code: STR11
This 1.25 " deep stretcher bar with scoop profile is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The thick width and depth of this model makes it ideal for a wide variety of frame sizes, from small to large.

Use these thick stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
1-1/4 " Deep Stretcher
Face width: 1-1/2"
Height: 1-1/4"
Code: STR15
This thick, 1-7/16 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The lip on both this side and the 1-15/16 " side allow this bar to be used at either orientation.  This model
1-7/16 " Deep Double Duty Stretcher
Face width: 1-15/16"
Height: 1-7/16"
Code: str72
This 1.5 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant frame. The thick width and height of this model make it a popular choice for small, medium and large canvases.

Use these thick stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
1-1/2 " Deep Stretcher Popular
Face width: 1-1/8"
Height: 1-1/2"
Code: STR6
This thick, 1-15/16 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The lip on both this side and the 1-7/16 " side allow this bar to be used at either orientation.  This model\
1-15/16 " Deep Double Duty Stretcher
Face width: 1-7/16"
Height: 1-15/16"
Code: STR7
This 2 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. This model\
2 " Deep Large Stretcher
Face width: 1-1/2"
Height: 2"
Code: STR5
This 2.5 " high stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The thick width and height of this model makes it ideal for large and extra large frames, but it is also perfectly suited to small and medium canvases.

Use these thick stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
2-1/2 " Deep Stretcher
Face width: 1-1/8"
Height: 2-1/2"
Code: STR8
This 3 " deep stretcher bar is constructed of finger-jointed pine, which guarantees a strong, warp-resistant bar. The thick width and depth of this model makes it ideal for large and extra large frames, but it is perfectly suited to thick wrapped small and medium canvases as well.

Use these thick stretcher bars for gallery wrapped canvas prints, artist canvases or a wide variety of wood crafts and building projects.
3 " Deep Stretcher
Face width: 1-1/8"
Height: 3"
Code: STR10
Kiln-dried pine is connected to a specially milled 3/8" aluminum bar. Paintings will never twist, warp, bend or change due to dryness or humidity. The recycled aluminum stock provides a structural frame of total strength and stability. The pine outer bar offers a smooth, rounded edge and a solid surface for stapling. Pro-Bars start at 11" and can be cut to 144" and beyond.
1-3/8 " Aluminum Pro Bars
Face width: 1-7/8"
Height: 1-3/8"
Code: STR14

Custom-Made Preassembled Wooden Braces/Retainer Frames:
1/2 " Bracer/base frame 
Please note these are not stretcher frames for canvas stretching and does not have a bevelled edge and be used mostly as a wooden base frame for backing.
1/2 " Bracer/base frame
Face width: 1-7/16"
Height: 1/2"
Code: BBR1
3/4 " Bracer/base frame.
Please note these are not stretcher frames for canvas stretching and does not have a bevelled edge and be used mostly as a wooden base frame for backing.
3/4 " Bracer/base frame
Face width: 1-7/16"
Height: 3/4"
Code: BBR2
1 " Bracer/base frame 
Please note these are not stretcher frames for canvas stretching and does not have a bevelled edge and be used mostly as a wooden base frame for backing.
1 " Bracer/base frame
Face width: 2"
Height: 1"
Code: BBR3
2 " Bracer/base frame 
Please note these are not stretcher frames for canvas stretching and does not have a bevelled edge and be used mostly as a wooden base frame for backing.
2 " Bracer/base frame
Face width: 1"
Height: 2"
Code: BBR4
1 7/16 " Bracer/base frame 
Please note these are not stretcher frames for canvas stretching and does not have a bevelled edge and be used mostly as a wooden base frame for backing.
1 7/16 " Bracer/base frame
Face width: 1/2"
Height: 1-7/16"
Code: BBR5
1 " Bracer/base frame.
Please note these are not stretcher frames for canvas stretching and does not have a bevelled edge and be used mostly as a wooden base frame for backing.
1 " Bracer/base frame
Face width: 1"
Height: 1"
Code: BBR21

 Wooden Stretcher Bar Details:
For custom-made wooden Stretcher Frames, we offer 13 profiles with depths from 7/16" to 3". For over-size frames above 72x40", please contact us and we will provide a quote. Please provide the width and height, you require, the bar's profile name, and your shipping address. We have shipped large sizes of 120x86" and similar.

STR1: Small Stretcher 1-1/4 x 7/16
STR2: Standard Stretcher 1-5/8 x 5/8
STR3: Heavy Duty Stretcher 2-1/4 x 1
STR4: Medium Duty Stretcher 2 x 5/8
STR5: Large Gallery Wrap 1-1/2 x 2
STR6: Standard Gallery Wrap 1-1/8 x 1-1/2
STR7: Double Duty Gallery Wrap 1-7/16 x 1-15/16
STR8: 2-1/2" Deep Gallery Wrap 1-1/8 x 2-1/2
STR9: 3" Deep Gallery Wrap 1-1/8 x 3
STR10: 3" Wide Gallery Wrap 3 x 1-1/8
STR12: 1-1/2" Wrap w/ Lrg. Riser & Back Rabbet
STR14: 1-1/2" Gallery Wrap
Extra Large Sterecher Frame
Extra large Stretcher Frame with Cross braces
3 inch deep stretched frame
3 inch deep stretcher frame
Stretcher Bars Profiles
Corner samples profiles for side-by-side comparison
Joined wooden frames
Sample preassembled stretcher frames composed of high quality wood strainer stock hand glued and nailed using underpinner joiners/V-Nailer ready to ship.
Custom Stretcher Bars
Large stretching frames will be supported by braces.
joined frames ready for shippment
100s of joined frames ready for shipment

 
 
 
 
 
 
 B) Ready to Assemble Stretcher Bars:
We have tongue and groove stretcher bars available in certain sizes. These qulaity Basswood Stretcher strips are pre-cut and spliced for easy assembly, and designed so the canvas is always one half inch from the strip to eliminate "ghost" impressions. The rounded back edges reduce surface friction and allow for a tighter draw of the fabric and a more even surface.

Please note: you must order four sticks/bars for one wooden frame. For example: for a 24x16" wooden stretcher frame with 1.5" depth, you need to order two 24" and two 16" sticks. They are shipped as individual sticks/bars and will need to be assembled once delivered.

3/4" Standard Bars » Order 3/4" Standard Bars
1-1/2" Standard Bars » Order 1-1/2" Gallery Wrap Bars
Cross Braces » Order Cross Braces - Two types
Heavy Duty Canvas Pro Pliers » Heavy Duty Canvas Pro Pliers
Heavy Duty Staple Gun » Staple Gun & Staples
Stretcher Bars: 3/4 and 1-1/2 inch
3/4" and 1-1/2"
3/4 inch Standard Stretcher Strips
3/4" Standard
Profile 1½ Stretcher Strips
1-1/2" Gallery wrap
Stretcher Bars Profiles
3/4" and 1-1/2" side by side

 
 
 
 
 
 
 C) Ready-made Stretcher Frames:
Order the highest quality pre-assembled Ready-made stretcher frames. These are joined and ready to use wooden stretcher frames. These Stretcher Frames are preassembled and are in 4 different depth. For smaller sizes we do offer bulk pricing. (4/pack)
To order: click here.

 
 

 Wooden Stretcher Bar/Frame FAQs:

Q1 : What is a stretcher bar?
Q2 : Can I order length moulding instead of joined frames?
Q3 : What is the difference between the custom, preassembled stretcher bars and the ready-to-assemble stretcher bars?
Q4 : When should I order a preassembled stretcher frame?
Q5 : How do I know which frame depth is best for my canvas?
 

Q1 : What is a stretcher bar?
A stretcher bar is used to construct the wooden stretcher frame used by artists or canvas printers to mount their canvases. They are traditionally a wooden framework support on which an artist fastens a piece of canvas. Stretcher strips can be made from wood, metal, or a combination of the two. Cross braces are used to provide additional support to the frame, to keep it square, and to help prevent warping and twisting. Order online: Pre-cut stretcher bars, unassembled. Custom-made stretcher bar frames.

Q2 : Can I order length moulding instead of joined frames?
Yes, just click on a profile and in main order form find the Length Moulding link. To learn more, read our article about ordering length moulding.

Q3 : What is the difference between the custom, preassembled stretcher bars and the ready-to-assemble stretcher bars?
The custom, preassembled stretcher bars come in a larger variety of depths and lengths. They are custom cut, joined and assembled in our production warehouse. They are ready to use when you receive them.

The ready-to-assemble stretcher bars are easy to assemble via a tongue and groove joints. They are joined together when connected and you do not need special tools to make the frame. These stretcher bars only come in two depths and are limited in length. If you are thinking of ordering this type of stretcher bar, please make sure you have all the necessary tools and equipment to assemble the frame.  Order online: Pre-cut stretcher bars, unassembled. Custom-made stretcher bar frames.

Q4 : When should I order a preassembled stretcher frame?
The traditional tongue and groove stretcher bars come as two or three profiles in certain lengths. If you need a custom size (ex. 24-1/2" x 18-3/4") or need a strong profile, then preassembled stretcher frame are the best choice. Unlike tongue and groove stretcher bars that might collapse, our pre-assembled stretcher frames stay square when you stretch the canvas over them. Order online: Custom-made stretcher bar frames

Q5 : How do I know which frame depth is best for my canvas?
The frame depth depends on how big your canvas is. The thicker the frame is the better it will support your canvas. Of course, there is also a frame brace that will add extra support to your canvases. Order online: 3/4 inch stretcher bars 1-1/2 inch stretcher bars Or, order a custom-size, fully assembled stretcher bar frame

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