How to Measure and Cut a Mat 

Which Logan model is it?

In this particular video they are using the Logan Compact Elite, item# 17195-1001. www.dickblick.com/products/logan-350-1-compact-elite-mat-cutter/

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You're welcome! That's great to hear!

Chad Henry In the case of this video they used the ATG Tansfer Adhesive that they used to hold the mat and backing together. Keep in mind that this is a permanent adhesive and while acid free, not necessarily the preferred method. For an archival, removable option, we recommend these @products/lineco-see-thru-mounting-strips/ . If you would like additional assistance, please feel welcome to contact our Product Information team at 1-800-933-2542

+Blick Art Materials- @ Laura Miller . You can use acid free mounting tape . They also have this stuff that framers use that looks more like paper tape . You just tear a little piece off and dip it lightly in a small bowl of water to make it stick , then just put the little piece on the top of the print so it won't show . I'd stay away from that acid free spray adhesive . It can make a mess by getting on the outside front of the mat and then your out about $4 to $6 bucks . Also if you just use tape and want to use the mat for something else later , you can pull it apart and do so .

+sgvpotter While he did not actually mount the artwork in the frame, the following could have been used - the transfer tape, hinging tape or mounting corners. Spray adhesive is not recommended because it can damage the artwork and completely gluing the item down does not allow it to expand or contract with the temperature and humidity. If you have additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

+Jennifer Pedneau There are two things that keep the mat board from moving. First the demonstrator is pushing down on the guide rail to hold the mat in place while he makes the cuts. Second, a new sharp blade moves more easily through the board and is less likely to pull unnecessarily on the board. You should consider changing your blades after every 5 to 10 cuts (depending on the lengths of those cuts). If you have additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

+Jim, Stacey, Clayton, Maria Wasenius Yes, you are correct. You do not want to cut the window the exact same size as the sheet with the artwork on it. In this case the paper is actually bigger and the size the demonstrator is working with is the actual printed area (just the image). A ¼” is a good rule of thumb to follow if your artwork goes from one edge of the paper to the other. If you have additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

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erlock21 The mat cutter demonstrated in the video is the Logan 350-1 Compact Elite. It is great for a beginner or professional. If you would like additional assistance, please feel welcome to contact our Product Information team at 1-800-933-2542

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Blick Art Materials How to use the cutting board?

Steven Yang Hi there-- this video is a great tutorial about how to go about this process: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-mTI4sG6MPy4.html&lc=z12kj31imzu4jdi2r22geh4rvm22xfulj . For any additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

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Not every artist uses standard mat widths- some like a big, generous border- but almost everyone agrees that the border needs to be proportional to the artwork and not stingy. Most of the time, you'll want the top and sides the same width, and more on the bottom. Logan gives a great online calculator for figuring out the balance between art, mat, and frame: www.logangraphic.com/learning-center/border-calculator/index.php

+Silk Fabrics We'd be happy to help you with your question! Can you please contact our Product Information department for assistance? They can be reached at info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

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geostigmaX9 Basically the easiest way to start is to add your opening sizes together so you’re working with a single number. If you have two 5” x 7” pictures, first add the two image sizes together, so you know you’re working with about 10” x 7” total. Using the subtract and divide by 2 formula, you can see that your borders would be about 2” in an 11” x 14” mat. Then you decide how much space you want between the two windows (which is flexible, but should be less than the approximate border of 2”). You also need to decide the exact opening size to cut, which is usually ½” smaller than the picture, but this, too, is flexible. If you keep the opening that ½” smaller and have 1” of space between the openings, your borders will be 2” for the long dimension and 2.25” for the short, so that’s how far in you would measure from the sides of the mat. If you would like additional assistance, please feel welcome to contact our Product Information team at 1-800-933-2542.

+Anglynn74 We offer a variety of matboards in a multitude of colors. The matboards found here (www.dickblick.com/categories/matboard/decorativematboard/details/) can be bought as individual sheets and bulk pricing is offered for multiple sheet purchases.

Hi there, you can see the supplies and materials with pricing on our website here: www.dickblick.com/categories/framing/

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That's called a weighted mat and is simply a choice some people make. It increases cost of framing because you need a larger frame, glass mat, etc...but is a very nice look.

Hello, thanks for asking. The product feature is the Logan 350-1 Compact Elite Mat Cutter www.dickblick.com/products/logan-350-1-compact-elite-mat-cutter/ Thanks!

Here, the outside dimensions of the board are simply the inside size of the frame that the matted artwork needs to fit. Deciding how large a frame and mat you'll need for a given piece of artwork is mostly about what looks balanced and brings the artwork to its best appearance. Too skinny a border looks unbalanced and awkward, and although it's tempting to try to economize and cut smaller to get an extra piece out of a full sheet of board, it's not worth it if the result detracts from the final appearance. We think the 4" borders here look balanced with the artwork, although some might decide to go a little taller so the top and sides could all be the same width, and the bottom could be a little larger. Above all else, decide based on what looks good to your eye and the framed size you think best complements the art. Hope this helps!