Stretcher Bar Suppliers

[Lauren Rosenthal]

I'm doing some research on sourcing stretcher bars that use mechanical keys for a couple of artists who make large paintings (at least 4 x 5 feet, but often bigger). I have looked into pricing from Jack Richeson in WI (Best Bars), Simon Liu in Brooklyn, and Twin Brooks in ME. Anyone else have other source recommendations I should consider? Thanks!

 

[Randy Parrish CPF]

I would use Jack Richardson, call Kimberly there and she will totally take care of what you want, they also have a nice deal in the PPFA Member Advantage forum.

 

[Jim Miller MCPF GCF]

Richeson would be the go-to supplier for me, too. They have everything, it's good quality, and the service is very good. Next choice probably would be Foster Planing Mill, but haven't called them since finding Richeson.

 

[Mike Drury MCPF]

Ditto the good words about Richeson and Kim.

 

[Gregory K. Norris CPF]

You'll never be sorry you called Kim! She is one of us and has a better understanding of a framer's needs than most.

 

[Mo Elyas]

I'm doing some research on sourcing stretcher bars that use mechanical keys for a couple of artists who make large paintings (at least 4 x 5 feet, but often bigger). I have looked into pricing from Jack Richeson in WI (Best Bars), Simon Liu in Brooklyn, and Twin Brooks in ME. Anyone else have other source recommendations I should consider? Thanks!

You mean you already finished using my stretchers?

 

[Lauren Rosenthal]

Mo, I still have a couple of sticks of your stretcher stock left. I had to make 9 very big stretchers this week for an artist here in Lambertville. My dad came up to help me maneuver them around the shop. THANK YOU FOR BEING A SUPERFRAMER! (I am making you a t-shirt...) :first:

 

[Mo Elyas]

Mo, I still have a couple of sticks of your stretcher stock left. I had to make 9 very big stretchers this week for an artist here in Lambertville. My dad came up to help me maneuver them around the shop. THANK YOU FOR BEING A SUPERFRAMER! (I am making you a t-shirt...) :first:

My size is 3XL :yo: