132 Inch 3D Pro K2 Single Stretcher Bar 2-1/2" Deep #K2-132

3D™ Pro 2.5 Stretcher Bar • 1/2" Canvas Clearance

1/2" Canvas Clearance 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.

• Produces a 2.5" deep stretched canvas (Actual depth is slightly thinner)
• 1.25" wide Stretcher Bar
• 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

No Finger Joints!

Solid Wood is far superior to finger jointed wood, which is many small pieces glued together, each with varying grain densities that absorb and shed moisture at varying rates, expanding and contracting non-uniformly as environmental conditions change, and causing the wood to bow and the finger joints to eventually fail.

A single homogeneous kiln-dried solid wood Stretcher Bar outperforms and outlasts a finger jointed Bar whose sole purpose is to save the manufacturer cost, not contribute to the archival value of artwork intended to last a millennium. 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.

What is Sustainable Forestry?

To a forester, the term "sustainable" could mean exercising industry adopted forestry practices to maintain a forest indefinitely. To a logger, the process of proper care for the trees remaining after a harvest. To a landowner, their interest may lie in keeping their forest in the family. And to those of involved in the process of making and using wood-based art supplies, it can mean promoting and supporting an industry dedicated to the preservation of our precious natural resource. We can all do our part to care for our national forests.

Canvas Size Needed for this Stretcher Bar

Most artists will stretch the canvas and attach the staples or tacks onto the back side of the frame. Doing so allows you to paint on the edge and hang your art without needed a picture frame. Generally speaking, you should allow 8 Inches of canvas beyond the size of your frame.

For example, if you were to stretch a 99x132 frame size, which happens to be a 4:3 Cinema aspect ratio size, your canvas should be about 107 x 140. This allows you ample room to stretch and attach the canvas on the back. Should you ever need to remove the canvas from the frame and re-attach it, it still serves that purpose too. Should you want to attach the canvas from the edge of the stretcher frame, then you can reduce the size of your canvas about 3/4" all the way around the frame.

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.

I am an adventurer in the wilds of art. ♦ Paul Gauguin

Paul Gauguin's bold declaration encapsulates not just his approach to art, but the essence of his entire life. Gauguin was never one to stay confined within the familiar bounds of the art world. Just as an adventurer explores uncharted territories, Gauguin ventured into the unknown realms of creativity, seeking to push the boundaries of artistic expression.

His departure from European civilization to the remote regions of Tahiti stands as a testament to this adventurous spirit. He wasn't merely content with breaking away from artistic conventions; he wanted to immerse himself in new cultures, absorb their colors, stories, and rhythms, and then weave these elements into his works. For artists, it serves as a reminder of the infinite horizons our craft can explore. The canvas isn't just a piece of fabric but a portal to countless worlds waiting to be discovered by our brushes and imagination.

The audacity to venture into the unknown, to embrace uncertainty, and to celebrate the unpredictability of the creative process defines not just Gauguin but all of us who dare to pick up the brush, the pen, the chisel, or any tool of expression. We share the spirit of adventure, navigating the vast and mysterious landscape of art, making discoveries, facing challenges, and always seeking the next horizon. As we push our own boundaries, we pay tribute to the pioneers like Gauguin, drawing inspiration from their courage to create our own masterpieces.

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Echoing the timeless spirit of artistry, we bring you this quote paired with our beautiful portrait of Paul Gauguin that we created. Let your colors on the canvas speak!