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Marian Wilson 		 

Pre-Cut Matts


 
 
Is there anywhere in the eastern United States where I can order good quality pre-cut matts and that will be shipped quickly. I'm exhausted from searching and would love some direction. The matt size that I need at this time is 12x16 with an 8x12 window. I received beautiful prints from Mpix in two days time so I'm sure there has got to be a matt company out there somewhere that can do the same. I have my first presentation at an art gallery on the 15th and beginning to panic. HELP! Please!!


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September 07, 2006

 

Ariel Lepor 		  I asked a similar question. I believe Light Impressions does custom mats, though I've never used them personally so I can't tell you how fast their shipping is.

Also see their colored pre-cut mats.

Ariel
www.scrattyphotography.com


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September 07, 2006

 

Mark Feldstein 		  Ariel is sure hot on the trail. Here's a slightly different link at Light Impressions: This one is for one type of their pre-cut mats.
http://www.lightimpressionsdirect.com/servlet/OnlineShopping?Dsp=10000&PCR=30000:200000:236000:236100

If you need something that you don't see in their online catalog, just call their 800# and ask them about it. They're glad to help out.
Take it light.
Mark


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September 07, 2006

 

Marian Wilson 		  Thanks for the quick response but Light Impressions is who I ordered through and everything but the poly bags is on backorder which is usually completed in 10 to 15 days. I'm afraid that this new information is why I'm panicing.


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September 07, 2006

 

Ariel Lepor 		  How soon do you need the mat?


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September 07, 2006

 

Marian Wilson 		  By next Thursday, the 14th. My presentation is on the 15th.


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September 07, 2006

 

Ariel Lepor 		  Ohh... You called and they said everything is backordered? Even custom mats?

Here is what someone said to my question:

1. You can buy mat board 32X40 at chain stores like Pearl Art, AC Moore, etc. Then, with a Stanley knife, you can cut to the size you want.

2. If you want to use a window format, you'll need a mat cutter. Alto and Logan come to mind; you canspend as little as $125.00.

3. If you don't want to cut the window, you can use spray adhesive, available from any Arts and Crafts store and larger phpto shops. Note, you can use a heat press with inkjet prints.

4. You can buy hinged mats in a variety of sizes [but no colors,] at AC Moore, Michaels, Pearl, etc. You can also get them from Porters Camera.


Maybe you could go to one of these stores and see if they have the right size or buy a large mat board and a mat cutting set.


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September 07, 2006

 

Christopher A. Vedros 		  Marian,
Try www.matshop.com or www.americanframe.com or www.framesbymail.com

I've been comparing prices for pre-cut mats and these three sites all had good prices. I haven't actually received anything from any of them - I placed an order with Matshop.com and it is on its way to me now.

I would call each of them first and ask if they can meet your schedule.

Good luck.

Chris A. Vedros
www.cavphotos.com


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September 08, 2006

 

Ariel Lepor 		  Great links, Chris! I like how with http://www.framesbymail.com/custom you can see how your picture looks in the mat before you buy.


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September 08, 2006

 

Marian Wilson 		  Thanks one and all for the wonderful reponses. I was really stressing out and your suggestions and ideas have really relieved a lot of that. I can't say thank you enough. Sincerely,
Marian


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