37x64 Elite Professional 1.5" Deep B2 Stretcher Frame Kit

True Dynamic Root-3 Proportion - 37x64 Size

This 37x64 is one of our Dynamic Root-3 Rectangle Root-3 Rectangle series.

Explore other sizes in this same 64:37 aspect ratio:

11x19 • 14x24 • 15x26 • 19x33 • 22x38 • 26x45 • 30x52 • 34x59 • 35x60 • 41x71 • 42x72 • 45x78 • 48x83 • 49x85 • 52x90 • 56x96 • 56x97 • 60x104 • 63x109 • 64x111 • 67x116 • 70x120

Elite™ Professional 1.5" Deep B2 Bar • 1/2" Canvas Clearance

A Canvas Clearance of 1/2" is the space between the Bar and the canvas. Generally speaking, more clearance reduces the risk of the canvas touching the wood and creating unsightly lines during painting. Our design provides the optimal clearance so as not to impact your painting, but still leaving enough wood to the maximize strength of the Stretcher Bar.

Finger Jointed Wood is not meant for Stretcher Bars

Solid wood makes the most dependable Stretcher Bar, because one homogeneous wood member is going to behave similarly across the entire length of the Bar. Whereas, with finger-jointed wood is made-up of multiple pieces of wood, sometimes on the actual joint itself, presenting multiple points of failure which no one can control.

We only use Solid Wood to build our Stretcher Bars because a solid piece of wood will last indefinitely. When we speak of archival value, it's not just the paint you use and the quality of your canvas and ground, even the wood choices manufacturers add or reduce value to your final painting. The fact is, you don't want problems, and finger joints only increase that risk of the wood falling apart in the future.

The glue used to bind finger joints is a water based adhesive and when that wood is exposed to high humidity environments, particularly with exterior walls, the glue joints can give-up. As a manufacturer, Masterpiece® does its part to conserve as much wood as possible, and still provide a quality product that will out-perform any other in the marketplace.

• Super strong Elite™ B2™ Stretcher Bar is 50% stronger than most others in its class
• For this 37x64 large size frame, the frame provides the ultimate foundation for your art with increased strength and stability
• Produces a 1.5" deep stretched canvas
• 2-1/4" wide Stretcher Bars
• All Bars have an exclusive groove on the inside perimeter of the frame to which cross braces and Diamond Corner Braces attach
• Solid Ponderosa Pine or Fir from the Pacific Northwest

Sustainability in our Forests and our Communities

At Masterpiece®, we believe in responsible and sustainable business practices. That's why we only use lumber from sustainably managed forests in our products. By doing so, we can help to protect our planet's forests, reduce our environmental impact, and support the communities that depend on these valuable resources.

Specially Dried and Heat Treated Lumber

We source our wood from a select group of top-tier environmentally conscious lumber mills in the Pacific Northwest. These mills specially dry and heat-treat the lumber to our specifications, resulting in about half the moisture content compared to wood from typical home improvement centers or lumber yards. This process makes the wood stronger, reducing the likelihood of cracking, splitting, or warping. While the wood we use comes at a higher cost, it ensures a more dimensionally stable end product. This stability is crucial for crafting fine professional canvases that support your invaluable art over time.

43x70 is the Canvas Size Needed for this 37x64 Frame

Please note that you will need a canvas that is at least 6 Inches larger than the actual frame size to ensure proper stretching. This will provide ample material to stretch the canvas and attach it to the back of the frame. If you prefer to attach the canvas from the edge of the stretcher frame, you can reduce the size of your canvas by approximately 3/4" all the way around the frame. This will allow you to paint on the edge of the canvas and hang your artwork without needing a separate picture frame. And, if you ever need to remove the canvas from the frame and re-attach it, you'll have enough material to do that too.

With deep family ties and a legacy spanning since 1965 in California, Masterpiece® has been the epitome of unmatched quality in Stretcher Bars across North America. Our commitment to pioneering excellence has crowned us as the forerunners in the world of professional fine-art canvases. Bolstered by our patented innovations, our products exude a caliber that's in a league of its own. One touch, and the unparalleled quality becomes palpable, leaving an indelible impression on your clients and all future admirers of your art.

For years I've wanted to live according to everyone else's morals. I've forced myself to live like everyone else, to look like everyone else. I said what was necessary to join together, even when I felt separate. ♦ Mary Cassatt

The life and works of Mary Cassatt often stood at the crossroads of traditional expectations and personal aspirations. Her words here reflect a struggle that many, especially artists, can deeply relate to: the tension between societal conformity and individual authenticity. Living in an era where the roles of women were rigidly defined, Her decision to pursue art as a career and remain unmarried was viewed as audacious. Her relentless drive to express herself authentically, even amidst societal pressures, set her apart and paved the way for her iconic contributions to the world of Impressionism.

Artists today, like Cassatt, often find themselves torn between producing what's expected and unveiling what's truly within their hearts. Being part of the art world means we frequently balance the scales of public opinion with our own creative impulses. Her admission of attempting to fit in serves as a poignant reminder of the compromises we sometimes make. However, it's essential to remember that while society evolves, the authentic voice of an artist remains timeless. The challenge for us is to trust in our unique perspectives, just as she did, and recognize that true artistry often thrives in the spaces where we embrace our differences rather than mask them.

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Every artist thrives on inspiration. So we've offer this insightful quote with a uniquely crafted portrait of Mary Cassatt. May this story invigorate your creativity! Start painting!