| Plaque Mounting: Mounting & Laminating Your Posters, Prints, Photos, Or Artworks |
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Plaque Mounting, also known as Plak mounting, is an inexpensive yet extremely durable way to protect and hang your poster, print, photo, or artwork. The print is dry-mounted onto a sturdy, custom piece of high density pressed wood, then permanently sealed with a clear vinyl matte UV-blocking laminate. The edges of the plaque are then bevelled and coloured. A slot in the back allows for easy hanging on the wall.
With plaque mounting, no framing is required, and there is no glass to break or to produce a glare. The end result is a very durable, eye-catching, easy to clean display solution. Your print will be protected against moisture, UV light, smudges and scratches. The 3/8" wood fibre backing is lightweight, yet durable—perfect for mobile display panels, or prints displayed in high-activity areas.
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Features:
Inexpensive
Frameless appearance
Permanent and durable
No glass to break or produce a glare
Easy to clean, with only a soft cloth and glass cleaner
Scratch Resistant
Safe for Children
Edge colors:
White, Black, Gold, Cream, Grey, Blue, Green, Red, Brown and Silver.
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How to place an order:
If you have a digital copy of your original photo or document, upload it through our site: upload form
You can also mail in your original. Please visit our contact us page for our mailing address: contact us
Drop off your original document or photo if you are a local customer.
We will have your Plaque Mount ready in 5 to 6 business days.
Applications: Business documents, Awards & Certificates, Diplomas, Promotional & Advertising materials, point-of-sales, Prints & Photos, Movie & Sports Posters, Newspapers & Magazine Articles, Blueprints, Postcards, Children's Drawings, Wedding Invitations, Mission Statements, Charts, Jigsaw Puzzles, Newspaper clippings, Sketches, Maps, Collages, Comics, Price Lists, Letters, Charts and Displays.
Plak Mounting, MDF mounting, Plaque Laminating, Wood Laminating, Wood-block Mounting, Wood Photo Mounting, Wood Block Mounting and Wood Mounting are some other terms for Plaque Mounting.
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| Volume discount rates, Same Product* |
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2-5 |
6-10 |
11-50 |
51+ |
| Discount |
5% |
8% |
10% |
12% |
* Maximum shipping length is 72"
* Same Product: ordering multiple qty of the same photo with the same width, height & style.
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PLEASE NOTE:
* IMPORTANT: If a print is a valuable or irreplaceable it should not be Laminated or Plaque Mounted.
* The maximum size for Matted and Raised mountings are 24x30".
* 1/8" will be trimmed off each side of the print when beveling the edges.
* To read our Plaque Mounting FAQ section click here.
* Prices are subject to change without notice.
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Sample Plaque Mounts
with Black & Gold beveled edges
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| Plaque Mounting Styles: |
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Standard/Flat Plaque Mount:
First your poster, print, photo, or artwork is dry mounted onto a 3/8" wood fiberboard that is cut to size. A thin matte or glossy plastic laminate sheet is then applied to the surface and heat sealed. The edges of the plaque are beveled at a 45-degree angle and treated with one of the many colours available. Finally, the plaque is routed on the back, ready to be hung.
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Float Mount:
Artwork is measured, then mounted and laminated to a sturdy, lightweight 1/4" wood-fiber backing. A 1" molding is adhered to the back and inset two inches all around. This technique causes the print to float on the wall - an ideal affect for recessed walls or niches. A 45-degree bevel and choice of trim colour are then applied to the edges. A keyhole groove is routed into the backing for hanging.
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Box / Flush Mount:
Artwork is measured, then mounted and laminated to a sturdy, lightweight 1/4" wood-fibre backing. A 1" molding is adhered to the back and placed flush with the edge of the wood to create a clean, contemporary look. A 45-degree bevel and choice of trim colour are then applied to the edges. A keyhole groove is routed into the backing for hanging.
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Matted Plaque: The image is mounted to a coloured matboard, placing a border around the image. The standard border is 1-1/2" but any width can be requested. The image and mat are laminated. The edges are beveled and finished in a variety of colours.
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Combo / Raised Mount: The image is mounted to 1/8" hardboard and laminated. The edges are beveled and finished in a variety of colours. A coloured mat of your choice is mounted and laminated to 3/8" MDF. The image board is mounted to the backing board with an 1/8" separation.
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All five Plaque Mounting Styles side by side with white colored beveled edges. |
| Plaque Mounting FAQs: |
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Q1 : What is plaque mounting?
Plaque mounting is a process where your artwork (poster, print, photo and so on) is laminated onto medium density fiberboard or MDF. The edges are then beveled and painted with a colour of your choice.
Q2 : Why should I choose plaque mounting over conventional picture framing?
Plaque mounting is a more affordable alternative to picture framing. Unlike picture framing, because there is no glass involved, it is safe for use in kids' and other high-activity areas. It also has an easy-to-clean surface.
Q3 : What kinds of items can I plaque mount?
Anything flat that is no more than 1/8 thick: Business documents, Awards & Certificates, Diplomas, Promotional & Advertising Materials, Point-of-Sale Displays, Prints & Photos, Movies & Sports Posters, Newspapers & Magazine Articles, Blueprints, Postcards, Children's Drawings, Wedding Invitations, Mission Statements, Charts, Jigsaw Puzzles, Newspaper Clippings, Sketches, Maps, Collages, Comics, Price Lists, Letters, Charts and Displays.
Q4 : What articles should not undergo the plaque mounting process?
If a print is a valuable or irreplaceable it should not be laminated or plaque mounted. For example, original artwork such as oil or watercolour paintings should not be plaque mounted.
Q5 : How much does plaque mounting cost?
If you have the original poster, photo or print please use following online calculator:
Plaque Mounting Pricing
Please note that if you have a digital artwork, the printing price will be added to the plaque mounting cost.
Q6 : What does MDF stand for?
MDF stands for Medium Density Fiberboard.
Q7 : What are other terms for plaque mounting?
Plak Mounting, MDF mounting, Plaque Laminating, Wood Laminating, Wood-block Mounting and Wood Mounting are some alternative terms for Plaque Mounting.
Q8 : What are the size limits for plaque mountings?
Sizes range from 5"x7" to 48"x96". We can do custom sizes. For Matted and Combo/Duplex styles, the maximum size is 24"x30".
Q9 : How many different plaque mounting styles do you offer?
We offer five styles: Standard/Flat, Float, Box/Flush, Matted, and Combo/Raised Mountings. Examples can be seen on our Plaque Mounting page.
Q10 : How long will it take for my prints to be plaque mounted?
It will take 5-6 business days to plaque mount pre-printed artworks (posters, photos and prints). Please add one more day for digital artwork to be printed by us.
Q11 : How can I place an order for plaque mounting?
If you have a digital copy of your original photo or document, you can upload it through our website. You can also mail in your your original. Please visit our contact us page for our mailing address, or drop off your original document or photo if you are a local customer. We will have your Plaque Mount ready in 5 to 6 business days.
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