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Canvas Stretching
Old Town Editions offers canvas stretching services for the canvas prints that we create. We offer multiple options for finishing the sides of your canvas, as well as several different depths of stretcher bars. The options you choose are generally determined by how you plan to display your canvas print, and we’re happy to talk through those options with you to make sure you get the best result. All of our canvas stretching is done in-house with hardwood stretcher bars from CMI Moulding and Decor Moulding, and we custom cut and assemble the stretcher bars ourselves, ensuring your canvas print will fit the bars perfectly.
Artwork by Cathy Seay
Several sets of stretcher bars with crossbars and corner supports
Canvas Options
When printing your canvas with us you’ll have several options to choose from for what you’d like on the sides of the canvas that wrap around the bars. We can do plain white sides, a solid color, or a reflected (gallery wrap) side, where the image continues over the sides. A solid color or reflected side will slightly increase your printing costs, as it is additional printed area, while white sides add no additional cost.
You can also choose between .75″, 1.5″, and 2″ depth stretcher bars. .75″ bars are typically only used when the canvas is going to be put inside a frame, while 1.5″ and 2″ bars offer a more finished look and can be hung directly on the wall without additional framing.
Stretcher Bar Options
Choose from .75″, 1.5″, and 2″ depth stretcher bars
Custom Cut Bars
We cut and assemble all our stretcher bars ourselves, cutting them to the exact size of your print
Crossbar and Corner Supports
Crossbars and corner supports will be added to larger size stretcher bars for added stability
Artwork by Kathy Lindert
Artwork by Smadar Livne & Rebecca Williams
| Print Size (in inches) |
.75″ Bars | 1.5″ Bars | 2″ Bars |
| 5×7 | $40 | $50 | n/a |
| 8×8 | $40 | $50 | n/a |
| 8×10 | $40 | $50 | n/a |
| 10×10 | $40 | $50 | n/a |
| 12×12 | $45 | $60 | $75 |
| 11×14 | $45 | $60 | $75 |
| 10×20 | $47 | $62 | $77 |
| 16×16 | $47 | $62 | $77 |
| 16×20 | $50 | $65 | $80 |
| 10×30 | $52 | $68 | $82 |
| 16×24 | $52 | $68 | $82 |
| 20×20 | $52 | $68 | $82 |
| 20×24 | $55 | $70 | $85 |
| 24×24 | $57 | $75 | $87 |
| 20×30 | $57 | $75 | $87 |
| 24×30 | $60 | $80 | $95 |
| 24×36 | $65 | $90 | $110 |
| 30×30 | $65 | $90 | $110 |
| 30×40 | $75 | $100 | $120 |
| 36×36 | $75 | $100 | $120 |
| 36×48 | n/a | $110 | $125 |
| 40×50 | n/a | $135 | $155 |
| 48×48 | n/a | $135 | $155 |
| 48×60 | n/a | $145 | $160 |
| 56×56 | n/a | $175 | $200 |
| 48×72 | n/a | $190 | $215 |
| 56×72 | n/a | $210 | $235 |
We custom-cut our stretcher bars, so non-standard sizes are not a problem. If you need a quote for a non-standard size not listed on the pricing chart, please reach out! We can also provide custom pricing for larger sizes not listed on the chart.
Example of black sides and reflected sides
Want to learn to stretch canvas yourself? Check out our how-to video here!
A framed stretched canvas, stretched on .75″ bars
FAQ
How do I get started?
If you’re ready to start making stretched canvas prints, or would like a more in-depth consultation, just let us know! You can reach us at 703-684-0005, or via e-mail at info@oldtowneditions.com. We do require appointments, so please reach out if you’d like to set up a time for a consultation.
How do I get Discounts?
Discounts on canvas stretching are not available. You can, however, get discounts on canvas printing. Quantity discounts on canvas printing start as low as 1,000 square inches.
Can you stretch my original artwork?
No. Our canvas stretching services are only for the prints that we make in our studio. We do not stretch original artwork or prints made elsewhere.