A craftsman's hand pressing compo into a carved wooden ornament mould in our studio

Frame Making

Bespoke frames for every work of art.

Handcrafted frames made entirely in our Somerset studio by skilled artisans and gilders — every piece custom designed, mould-made and finished using fine hardwoods and real gold leaf. We also offer sensitive frame restoration and re-gilding for period and antique frames.

Made to Enhance. Built to Last.

Bespoke framing,
thoughtfully crafted.

Every frame that leaves our studio is entirely handmade — from mould making and assembly through to gilding and finishing. We work in fine hardwoods and real gold leaf, using the same traditional methods our craftsmen have practised for generations.

Whether we're recreating a museum-quality period frame or building a bespoke contemporary surround, each piece is designed and made to suit the artwork, the period and the setting — nothing is off the shelf.

How We Work

Our Approach

Bespoke Design

Frames designed to complement your artwork and interior.

Fine Materials

Quality timbers, gesso, gold leaf and finishes sourced with care.

Traditional Craft

Handmade using time-honoured techniques and skilled workmanship.

Perfect Fit

Made to the exact dimensions and requirements of the work.

Conservation Led

Built with preservation and longevity at the forefront.

Restoration Specialists

Expert restoration of antique and damaged frames.

What We Offer

Bespoke Frame Making

Every frame is designed and made entirely in our Somerset studio, from initial mould making through to assembly, gilding and finishing — nothing is bought in.

Materials & Method

  • Fine hardwoods, gesso and traditional joinery
  • Real Water and Oil gilding, applied by hand
  • Custom mould making for period and bespoke profiles

Frames are designed to suit the artwork, period and setting — no two are ever quite the same.

What We Offer

Frame Restoration & Gilding

Frames can be dramatically enhanced by sensitive restoration and cleaning. The decorated and delicate surface of a gilded frame is likely to have suffered damage or wear over time. We restore compo and carved frames, including gilding repairs, always respecting the original surface and the integrity of the frame.

We Restore

  • Compo and carved period frames
  • Gilding repairs and re-gilding
  • Structural repairs and joint work

Every restoration is carried out with discretion, preserving as much of the original material and finish as possible.

Case Studies

Recent Frame Projects

Corner of a period-style black and gold beaded frame surrounding a dark oil painting

18th Century Dutch Landscape

New suitable period frame to complement this Dutch painting.
Made from Walnut with ripple front edge.

A framed oil landscape painting in a handmade reeded dark wood frame

Period Oil Painting

Bespoke handcrafted frame using traditional techniques.

Corner of an ornate antique gilt frame showing surface wear ahead of restoration

Antique Frame Restoration

Structural repairs and sympathetic restoration completed.

A selection of contemporary frame profiles in black lacquer, gilt and dark wood

Contemporary Frame

Clean, refined frame in a hand-finished contemporary style.

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Let us create the perfect frame for your artwork.

Book a consultation at our Somerset studio.