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Installing Art in a Floater Frame — Quick and Easy

Articient offers the complete solution for rapid floater frame installation. With our Canvas Alignment Kit, pre-drilled pilot holes, and the screws included with every frame, you can install canvas in a floater frame quickly, safely, and with professional results — no drilling and no special tools required.

The Problem: Traditional DIY methods using scraps or business cards risk poor alignment and damage. The Solution: Articient eliminates the guesswork with a reliable, easy-to-use system anyone can master.

Why Use the Canvas Alignment Kit?

Key Benefits

Complete solution — bumpers, spacers, pre-drilled pilot holes, and screws included
Quick and consistent centering — no measuring or guesswork needed
Protects canvas and frame — soft, cushioned pads prevent contact damage
Stable and secure — holds the canvas firmly while you lift, rotate, and fasten
Reusable — durable plastic components designed for repeated use
No tools required — install canvas in a floater frame by hand in minutes
No slipping or shifting — non-slip pads and controlled pressure keep everything in place
Safe fastening built-in — Articient floater frames include pre-drilled pilot holes and proper-sized screws

Articient makes floater frame installation easy — from professional framers to DIY artists.

What's in the Canvas Alignment Kit?

8 Bumper Cards

Rigid plastic with a soft, non-slip biopolymer pad. Two per side (eight total).

Standard (Tall) — For floater frames with rabbet depth over 1" (including deep floaters).
Shallow — For shallow floater frames such as Hanover and Huger, usually for ¾" canvases.

42 Spacer Cards

Inserted behind bumper cards to create even, adjustable pressure.

Why pre-drilled pilot holes matter

Pilot holes + screws guide the screw perfectly and prevent splitting — a common issue when screwing directly into wood. With Articient, the holes and screws are prepared for you to avoid damage or misalignment.

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Follow these simple steps to center, secure, and attach your artwork.

Insert Bumper Cards

Place two per side near each corner

Insert a bumper card into the float space with the padded side facing the canvas. Use two per side, near each corner (eight total).

Add Spacer Cards

Create even, adjustable pressure

Place one spacer card behind each bumper card, adding more as needed. Do not force cards against the frame or artwork.

Balance and Check

Keep counts even on opposite sides

Make sure the number of cards is even on opposite sides to maintain consistent float spacing.

Secure and Attach

Use pre-drilled pilot holes and included screws

Once secured, rotate the frame safely and attach the artwork using the pre-drilled pilot holes and included screws.

Pro Installation Tips

Adjust pressure by inserting spacer cards fully (preferred) or partially if needed.
Designed for a ¼" float — measure your artwork before ordering to ensure the correct frame size.
For larger floats, insert more spacer cards. For smaller floats (under ¼"), use bumper cards on one side and several spacers (6–7) on the other side.

Advantages Over Traditional Methods

Complete DIY system — nothing extra needed, from alignment to fastening
No slipping or shifting — controlled pressure and non-slip pads keep everything secure
Less risk of damage — cushioned pads prevent scratches and pressure marks
Faster workflow — install canvas in a floater frame in minutes
Built-in safety — pre-drilled holes and proper screws prevent splitting and cracking
Professional results, DIY friendly — consistent alignment every time

Why it's better

The Articient Canvas Alignment Kit is the first complete DIY installation system for floater frames. By combining reusable alignment cards with pre-drilled pilot holes and the right screws, it gives artists, galleries, and collectors everything needed to install canvas safely, quickly, and with professional precision.

Choose Articient to make installing art in a floater frame simple and stress-free.

Installing Art in a Floater Frame — Quick and Easy