Materials Guide & Reference Library

Framing & Edging — Display and Protection Methods

SECTION 1 - Observation

After a diamond painting is completed, the artwork itself is only half finished.

Two things now determine how professional the final piece looks:

• The edge finish
• The display method

Without finishing, edges can lift, catch, or collect dust especially on functional pieces like placemats or coasters.

Even perfectly placed drills can appear unfinished if the border is rough or exposed.

The goal is not just presentation — it is long-term stability.

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

Section 2 - Mechanism

Diamond paintings behave differently from traditional prints.

Unlike paper artwork, the surface is raised and textured.

This creates three finishing challenges:

Edges rub against surfaces
Adhesive edges attract dust
Drills can loosen at exposed borders

Framing methods work by solving one of two problems:

Containment methods
→ Hold the artwork in place (glass frame, magnetic frame)

Structural methods
→ Turn the canvas into a rigid object (stretch frame, floating frame)

Protective edge methods
→ Stabilise vulnerable borders (tape edging)

Each approach protects the artwork in a different way rather than being simply decorative.

SECTION 3 - Studio Method

We treat finishing differently depending on how the artwork will be used.

Functional pieces (placemats, trays, desk items)

We finish the edge using washi tape.

The tape seals the adhesive border, protects drills from friction, and creates a clean boundary line.
This allows the artwork to be handled and cleaned without stressing the outer rows.

Our video demonstrates the washi tape edge finish used for placemat applications.

Display pieces (wall art)

The canvas is prepared for framing rather than sealed at the edges permanently.
This keeps future mounting options open and avoids unnecessary thickness buildup.

Section 4 - Mechanism

Different finishes change how the artwork behaves over time.

Unfinished edge
• Dust collects along glue border
• Corners begin lifting
• Outer drills loosen first

Tape finished edge
• Border protected from rubbing
• Clean visual boundary
• Can be sealed making it suitable for handling and cleaning

Framed artwork
• Fully stabilised structure
• Protected from environmental damage
• Visually complete presentation

A finished edge does not just improve appearance — it determines durability.

SECTION 5 - Practical Takeaway

Functional pieces should always have protected edges
Wall art should be finished according to desired framing method
Tape edging prevents early drill loss
The finishing method should match how the artwork will be used
Think of finishing as part of construction, not decoration.

STUDIO NOTE - CONTEXT & LIMITATIONS

We currently stock selected finishing materials such as hanging frames.

Full framing systems are being developed and will be introduced once complete sets are available.

The goal is to offer matched display solutions rather than individual parts, so the artwork, frame, and finish all work together as one finished object.