65 Inch 3D Pro K3 Single Stretcher Bar 3-1/2" Deep #K3-65

3D™ Pro 3.5 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 3.5" 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

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.

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.

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 10 Inches of canvas beyond the size of your frame.

For example, if you were to stretch a 28x65 frame size, which happens to be a custom proportion, your canvas should be about 38 x 75. 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.

From the heart of California, Masterpiece® has been weaving a legacy since 1965, curating the best Stretcher Bars North America has witnessed. Our unwavering dedication to quality and innovation has cast us in the limelight as the trendsetting stalwarts in the realm of fine-art canvases. The patents we hold are not just certificates but validations of our pursuit of perfection. Engage with our creations and feel the promise of unmatched quality, a promise that resonates with your clients and every future beholder of your masterpiece.

Diseases of the soul are more dangerous and more numerous than those of the body. ♦ Cicero

In the ancient world, Cicero's wisdom was lauded not just for its eloquence but for the profound truths he uncovered about the human experience. His observation on the complexities of the human soul vis-à-vis the physical body reveals a deep understanding of inner turmoil and mental strife. While bodily ailments can be acute, often with visible symptoms and tangible treatments, the afflictions of the soul are nebulous, harder to diagnose, and even more challenging to remedy.

For many artists, this sentiment strikes a chord. In the creation of art, we often grapple with internal battles—doubt, fear, creative blocks, and the weight of external expectations. These invisible hurdles can be more paralyzing than any physical obstacle. Yet, it's through our art that we find a means to heal, to express, and to communicate those very struggles. By channeling our innermost feelings into our work, we not only find solace but also offer a beacon to others who may be navigating similar challenges. Thus, in understanding and acknowledging the vulnerabilities of our soul, we, as artists, find strength and unity.

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We curated this insightful quote by Cicero, and our interpretation thereof; plus we made this portrait in the spirit of creativity. Time to create your own expression!