Frame restoration is not reserved for historic items, our team is able to perform the same professional treatments for the stability and surface of modern frames as they would for those from hundreds of years ago. Each conservation plan is tailored to the materials of a frame, including even the most unusual, mixed-media structures. This museum-level approach allows for the most sensitive cleaning techniques and accurate repairs for the era and style.

Unlike the traditional wooden and plaster frames of the past, modern and contemporary pieces may encompass a wide range of materials including metal, textile, synthetic and plastic, all of which require knowledgeable treatment following damage. 

Modern and contemporary frame damage our team can restore includes:

• Missing or broken features
• Stability of the structure and joins 
• Discolouration and build-up of dust
• Scratches, dents and stains 
• Gilding, metallic details and colour disturbances
• Contamination from soot, floodwaters or nicotine
• Loose or broken hanging devices

Common damages to modern and contemporary frames vary from light accidental damage to major deterioration following a fire, flood or escape of water.

Modern frames may also show age-related damage depending on the era in which they were created and the stability of their materials.

Artwork and framing from the 1950s onwards may not have used techniques that last as long as traditional pieces, for example deteriorating or discolouring plastics, fabrics and tarnishing metals. Our conservation team can resolve loosening joins and staining as well as major damage from water or fire. 

A frame can be restored alongside an artwork to give it the best surrounding following conservation treatment or be restored alone to bring back the original condition as a valuable or sentimentally important part of your home.

Our team can also provide new and strengthened hanging systems to ensure the safety of a frame and the wall it is displayed on.

As well as frame restoration we can also provide new and bespoke framing options which are conservation appropriate and accurate to the era of the artwork.

If you have any queries related to modern and contemporary frame restoration or would like to receive recommendations and a quote related to frame repairs, please contact our helpful team for further advice and guidance.