MOUNTBOARD

Guide to Buying Mountboard in Our Online Store

When it comes to buying mountboard in our online store, there are several aspects to consider in order to choose the selection that best suits your needs, such as the size of the artwork, the colour of the mountboard or its core, or the sheet size. All these factors will influence the final result of your frames with mountboard, ensuring a harmonious and professional presentation that enhances the artwork without overshadowing it.

Size of the artwork to be framed

The first thing we must take into account before buying a mountboard is the artwork we are going to frame. The size of the piece will determine which mountboard will fit best.

For larger artworks, often the mountboard is not necessary, as the frame itself becomes the element that centres the piece. For medium-sized artworks, the mountboard should be proportional to the moulding. For smaller pieces, the smaller the artwork, the wider the mountboard should be. For example, it is common to see small works such as watercolours or charcoal drawings mounted with a double mountboard.

Colour of the mountboard

The colour chosen for the artwork is very important because it creates contrast with the different elements: the artwork, the mountboard and the frame, but also with the wall where it will be placed or in combination with neighbouring frames.

At Intermol, we recommend choosing a colour that is present in the artwork but not the dominant one, so that the result is more harmonious and balanced. The mountboard should highlight the piece without eclipsing it.

Colour of the mountboard core

Another important aspect to consider is the colour of the edge or “core” of the mountboard. This is also called the mountboard’s nucleus.

The core is the part of the edge that becomes visible when the board is cut at a bevel. By cutting a 45-degree bevel window in the mountboard, the inner core is exposed.

There are three main types of cores: white, black, and solid-colour. If you want a more traditional result, choose white for brightness; for a more elegant and sophisticated effect, black works well; and for original or creative results, go for vivid colours.

The frame of the artwork

To make the mountboard look its best, it should be combined with a frame that matches aesthetically the piece we want to highlight. Different mountboard and moulding combinations can create unique and striking results.

It’s also important to note that the mountboard is cut to obtain the desired shape and size, so that it fits perfectly with the artwork to be framed. In our workshop section, you can also find machines and tools for cutting mountboard.

How to Buy Mountboard in the Intermol Online Store

You can do it easily, quickly and conveniently, paying special attention to the following details:

• The collection: you can choose from up to 8 different categories according to your taste and needs.
• The mountboard colour: you can opt for whites, neutral tones, muted shades or vibrant colours.
• The core colour, visible when cut on a bevel: available in white, black, or solid.
• The thickness of the mountboard: we offer several thicknesses such as 1.4 mm (most common), 1.5 mm, 2.2 mm, 2.4 mm, 2.8 mm or 3.5 mm.
• The sheet size, depending on the size of the artwork to be framed. Sizes include 80x120 cm, 81.5x112 cm, or 112x163 cm.
• Packs available in 5 or 25 sheets.

What is the Purpose of Mountboard for Frames?

Mountboard serves a dual purpose: aesthetic and conservation. Aesthetically, mountboard allows you to adapt your image to a standard frame size, emphasise the image effect, and create design possibilities by specifying custom borders, board thicknesses, or using multiple boards layered (double mountboard).

Beyond aesthetics, mountboard protects the framed artwork by preventing direct contact with the glass. This makes it essential in conservation framing of original works, canvases, photographs, or illustrations.

The higher the economic or sentimental value of a framed piece, the more important it is to use quality materials so that it lasts over time.

Ranges of Mountboard

Basic Series Mountboard

The Basic mountboard series consists of 6 colours with white core and 1.4 mm thickness, ideal for those seeking a functional and economical mountboard. Sheets are 80×120 cm, sold in packs of 25.

White Core Series Mountboard

The most complete range is the White Core mountboard series, consisting of 94 colours with white core and 1.4 mm thickness. Available in 80×120 cm sheets in the most common colours, and 81.5×112 cm for the rest. Packs of 5 sheets.

White Core Plus Series Mountboard

The White Core + mountboard range includes 10 of the most demanded colours in two thicknesses: 2.4 mm and 3.5 mm, offering greater visual impact for fine art framing.

The core is white, packs include 5 sheets, and sheet size is 81.5×112 cm. All colours in this range, except black, comply with FATG Conservation Framing standards.

White Core Jumbo Series Mountboard

The White Core Jumbo mountboard series includes 4 colours with white core in extra-large sheet size 112×163 cm, ideal for framing large artworks.

Packs include 5 sheets, and all colours in this series, except black, comply with FATG Conservation Framing standards.

Excellence Series Mountboard

The Excellence mountboard range is perhaps the most innovative.

It includes 9 modern colours with solid cores (same colour as the surface), giving a striking effect on bevel cuts. Sheets are 81.5×102 cm with 2.8 mm thickness, sold in packs of 5. All colours comply with FATG Conservation Framing standards.

Black Core Series Mountboard

The Black Core mountboard series includes 5 basic colours with black core and 1.4 mm thickness. Sheets are 81.5×112 cm, sold in packs of 5.

Solid Core Series Mountboard

The Solid Core mountboard series is one of our newest collections, available in 3 neutral colours with solid cores in 1.5 mm or 2.2 mm thickness.

Sheets are 81.5×112 cm or 112×163 cm, sold in packs of 5.

Find your mountboard for frames at Intermol’s online store: we are leaders in supplying professional framing products.