Q1 : What is plaque mounting?
Plaque mounting is a process where your artwork (poster, print, photo and so on) is laminated onto medium density fiberboard or MDF. The edges are then beveled and painted with a colour of your choice.
Q2 : Why should I choose plaque mounting over conventional picture framing?
Plaque mounting is a more affordable alternative to picture framing. Unlike picture framing, because there is no glass involved, it is safe for use in kids' and other high-activity areas. It also has an easy-to-clean surface.
Q3 : What kinds of items can I plaque mount?
Anything flat that is no more than 1/8 thick: Business documents, Awards & Certificates, Diplomas, Promotional & Advertising Materials, Point-of-Sale Displays, Prints & Photos, Movies & Sports Posters, Newspapers & Magazine Articles, Blueprints, Postcards, Children's Drawings, Wedding Invitations, Mission Statements, Charts, Jigsaw Puzzles, Newspaper Clippings, Sketches, Maps, Collages, Comics, Price Lists, Letters, Charts and Displays.
Q4 : What articles should not undergo the plaque mounting process?
If a print is a valuable or irreplaceable it should not be laminated or plaque mounted. For example, original artwork such as oil or watercolour paintings should not be plaque mounted.
Q5 : How much does plaque mounting cost?
If you have the original poster, photo or print please use following online calculator:
Plaque Mounting Pricing
Please note that if you have a digital artwork, the printing price will be added to the plaque mounting cost.
Q6 : What does MDF stand for?
MDF stands for Medium Density Fiberboard.
Q7 : What are other terms for plaque mounting?
Plak Mounting, MDF mounting, Plaque Laminating, Wood Laminating, Wood-block Mounting and Wood Mounting are some alternative terms for Plaque Mounting.
Q8 : What are the size limits for plaque mountings?
Sizes range from 5"x7" to 48"x96". We can do custom sizes. For Matted and Combo/Duplex styles, the maximum size is 24"x30".
Q9 : How many different plaque mounting styles do you offer?
We offer five styles: Standard/Flat, Float, Box/Flush, Matted, and Combo/Raised Mountings. Examples can be seen on our Plaque Mounting page.
Q10 : How long will it take for my prints to be plaque mounted?
It will take 5-6 business days to plaque mount pre-printed artworks (posters, photos and prints). Please add one more day for digital artwork to be printed by us.
Q11 : How can I place an order for plaque mounting?
If you have a digital copy of your original photo or document, you can upload it through our website. You can also mail in your your original. Please visit our contact us page for our mailing address, or drop off your original document or photo if you are a local customer. We will have your Plaque Mount ready in 5 to 6 business days.
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