Stretcher Bars

Stretcher Bars

At Art to Art, our canvas stretcher bars are made of pine that has been finger spliced. This involves bonding pieces of timber together to form a very long, straight bar. Stronger than natural wood, this high tech method yields better bars than ever before. Perfect for gallery wraps, these canvas stretcher bars will give your canvas a clean, sharp edge. Using meticulous and controlled kiln-drying process for their Professional Hoop Pine Stretchers. This slow drying method is crucial in preventing the stretcher bars from warping. Additionally, the use of furniture grade finger jointing further enhances the stability and uniformity of the wood, ensuring that it remains straight and true throughout the drying and assembly processes.

What sizes of canvases can be made using the stretchers?

Art To Art supplies stretchers that can accommodate canvas sizes ranging from very small (miniature) to very large (mural size), enabling artists to execute projects of virtually any scale.

Does Art To Art offer a wide variety of canvas textures?

Yes, Art To Art provides a diverse selection of canvas & Linen in various textures to cater to different artistic preferences and project requirements.

Whether you want to display your artwork or mount it on an easel while you paint, stretcher bars for canvases are a necessity. Buy stretcher bars and canvas rolls online today and enjoy free shipping when you spend over $100. Get same day dispatch and buy now, pay later with Afterpay.

Before you go, don't forget to check out our range of pre-stretched canvases too! Including double thick canvas, linen canvas and thin canvas.

FAQs

What are stretcher bars on a canvas?

A stretcher bar is used to create a framework for a canvas to be mounted to. They’re made of wood and help to prevent the canvas from warping or twisting. They also make the canvas easier to display.

Are canvas stretcher bars reusable?

Yes you can reuse the bars 

Are stretcher bars necessary?

Without them you just have a sheet of canvas 

How much does it cost to get a canvas stretched?

That varies depending on what bars you select and if you do it yourself or have it done by a professional.