Canvas Stretching Services
Offered by Ottawa Framing & Display – Your Local Online Picture Framers
When it comes to presenting canvas artwork with clean, professional tension — whether it's an original painting or a printed reproduction — canvas stretching is the foundation of a quality display. At Ottawa Framing & Display, we provide custom canvas stretching services for artists, collectors, designers, and homeowners across the Greater Ottawa Area.
With free pickup and delivery, precision craftsmanship, and flexible options for any size or quantity, we make it easy to bring your artwork to life — ready to hang.
What Is Canvas Stretching?
Canvas stretching is the process of mounting a loose or rolled canvas onto a wooden stretcher frame, creating a flat, taut surface ready for hanging or framing. Whether your canvas came directly from the artist’s studio, a print service, or your travels abroad, it needs to be stretched properly to maintain its shape and longevity.
Why Choose Ottawa Framing & Display for Canvas Stretching?
Any Size or Quantity
We stretch single canvases, series, or bulk orders — from small personal pieces to large commercial installations. No project is too big or too small.
Gallery Wrapped or Regular Edges
- Gallery wrap – where the image continues around the sides for a frameless, modern look.
- Standard wrap – where the canvas edges are tucked cleanly behind, perfect for traditional framing.
We’ll advise you on the best option based on your artwork, framing plans, and wall space.
Kiln-Dried Stretcher Bars for Stability
We use only kiln-dried wooden stretcher bars, which resist warping and provide long-term structural integrity. You can trust your canvas will remain tight and straight over time — even in variable humidity.
Originals or Canvas Prints
Whether it’s a one-of-a-kind painting or a professionally printed photograph on canvas, we have the tools and techniques to stretch it with care and precision. We also work with:
- Travel canvases from overseas
- Rolled-up art from marketplaces
- Family heirlooms or decorative prints
Need It Framed Too?
Once stretched, your canvas can be finished in several ways, depending on your style and space:
- Left unframed for a clean, minimalist, gallery-style presentation
- Custom floating frames that create a subtle border and emphasize depth
- Traditional custom framing with hundreds of frame profiles to choose from — ideal for matching décor, preserving heritage pieces, or achieving a more formal look
Not sure what works best for your canvas? We’ll walk you through your options and help you find the perfect fit.
Serving the Greater Ottawa Area — Free Pickup & Delivery
Ottawa Framing & Display proudly offers free pickup and delivery throughout the region, including Kanata, Orleans, Nepean, and surrounding communities. Just upload a photo or tell us your dimensions — and we’ll handle the rest.
From studios and galleries to private homes and commercial spaces, we work with:
- Artists and photographers
- Interior designers
- Homeowners
- Corporate buyers
If It Goes on Your Wall, Give Us a Call.
Canvas stretching done right — that’s what we’re known for.
Contact Ottawa Framing & Display to schedule your canvas stretching project.
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