Our mission is to create Artist Surfaces that embody the same commitment to excellence and craftsmanship that artists exemplify through their own practice.
Since 2014 we have specialised in producing museum grade, warp-free panels and stretchers that are trusted by leading artists, chosen by galleries, and relied upon by museums worldwide.
Every surface is handcrafted in our Kent workshop by skilled technicians who combine traditional craftsmanship with the latest technology such as advanced laser-welding.
Through technological advancements and cross sector exchange of ideas, it is our continued commitment to develop and challenge methodologies and conventions in the pursuit of creating the highest calibre Artist Surfaces in the world.
We specialise in fabricating handcrafted Wooden Painting Panels, Aluminium Painting Panels, Stretchers and Strainers for artists, galleries and museums.
All painting panels are fabricated to order unless purchased from CLEARANCE.
*All painting panels are fabricated to order and are delivered within 10 –15 working days of payment.
We welcome interested artists to visit the workshop to see the quality of our painting panels for themselves, or if they have a particular project they would like to commission. Please contact us if you would like to visit the workshop.
Sanding
We have a multitude of industrial sanding machines in the workshop that help create the uniform sanded finish on our aluminium panel range and the smooth finish on our birch plywood panels.
We have both tig welding and advanced laser welding facilities at our Kent workshop. Welded aluminium creates exceptionally strong, warp-free subframes that offer guaranteed stability. We can fabricate panels to any dimensions.
Welding
Every welded aluminium subframe is meticulously grinded to a perfect 90-degree angle, creating sharp, refined edges that deliver both structural precision and an elegant, contemporary aesthetic.
Grinding
We are proud to hold the 'Made in Britain' trademark, reflecting both our heritage and our commitment to local, sustainable production. Unlike mass produced and low-quality alternatives, every Artist Surfaces panel and stretcher is made to order, allowing us to maintain uncompromising quality and tailor fabrication times to your requirements.
Every panel we produce is carefully quality checked by our technicians to ensure it meets museum standards before leaving our workshop.
Clamping
We use both manual hand clamps and a hydraulic cold press, applying consistent pressure throughout the gluing process. This ensures each panel achieves perfectly balanced adhesion, free from undulation or voids.
Cutting
Our workshop facilities are equipped with a range of industrial saws that deliver exceptional precision and accuracy when cutting both wood and aluminium. This ensures that we can maintain accurate dimensions when cutting.
Packaging
Every panel is carefully hand wrapped by our technicians. We take as much pride in the quality of our packaging as we do with our panels. So you can be assured that your panel will turn up in museum quality condition.
We wrap every order with care and consideration to make sure it is delivered to you in the perfect condition that it was created.
Priming Panels
We offer an all inclusive service to seal or prime your painting panels so they are ready to paint upon once delivered.
We take pride in the quality of our museum grade gesso service, achieving a smooth, marble-like finish without orange peel, using only Golden Acrylic Gesso.
We also offer Golden GAC 100 as a transparent sizing option, sealing panels so they arrive prepped and ready to paint.