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"Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep."
New Zealand Owned and Operated
"Avalanche is a crisp white edged moulding with an elegant gold and silver leaf finish to suit modern interiors. Perfect for framed photos, watercolours, vintage style prints and much more"
"Designed to appear with a rich working history, the timeless beauty of the Homestead Collection is unmistakable. The weathered and distressed finish means no two pieces of timber are alike"
Jazz " one moulding, available in black and white, perfect for use as a floating frame"
"A beautiful addition to our Moda line, this small and versatile moulding is available in gloss white, gloss black, metallic white, metallic black and NEW ROSE GOLD"
“ Two new additions to our Italian Classics, Essenza range, made in Italy. Finest quality ayous timber, natural European oak veneer, one continuous length, easy to cut and join, these mouldings can be stained and coloured or used in their natural state. Now 9 profiles are available in this range. Raw, organic and timeless, make sure you have samples on your display wall.”
NEW RELEASE – Brace Bar. This finger-joined pine wood brace bar system is
commonly used to provide extra strength to any size moulding in particular small profile moulding and very large frames to ensure it doesn’t twist and the corners stay square.
RANGE EXTENSION - A5SBAR is a new addition to our stretcher bar range. In profile size 30h x 40w it is finger joined and reversible.
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The Australian Oak Collection is raw re-invented, with smoother surfaces and now available in 14 profiles. This 100% Australian grown timber is earthy, authentic and on-trend. Create a distinctive Scandinavian inspired style that is modern and minimalist with plenty of natural looks to suit a variety of interiors.
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NEW RELEASE | Moda Line Extension
The Moda Collection is joined by 2 new fine profiles in 5
on-trend colours. Available in black, white, taupe, grey, and light grey
colours. They work great on their own or you can show some creativity by
combining them with natural timbers.
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Introducing two new stylish collections. The Rebecca Collection,
with a subtle distressed edging and rustic
appearance, Rebecca will add warmth and richness to any interior. Ideal for
vintage style images or modern engravings. The New Monique Collection is a
refined moulding with a Spanish inspired rose-like carving design. Ideal for
classic watercolours, prints, small oil paintings or family portraits.
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AI998 in black (01) and white (05) profile size 40h x 20w x 10rh. An addition to our popular black and white range. Moda is a collection of classics everyday moulding manufactured in Italy using the finest timbers and finishes.
Try this as an alternative moulding to 111M/Satin White & 111M/16 Black.
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Introducing 3 NEW everyday whites in 32 x 40 size matboard. The Peterboro Hampton range is a cost effective alternative for those that desire high quality materials, clean results and a board that is easy to handle.
Grove Range Extension. More of what you love!
Now available in 8 timeless colours including four new colours, Anthracite, White lime, Taupe and Chocolate and two new profiles A1017 (40h x 13w x 33rh) and A1018 (16h x 13w x 12rh).
Grove is a contemporary timber style moulding that suits most artwork.
Due to popular demand, the Grove range is extended. We now offer the full range, in five profiles and in all colours Grey, Camel, White and Black. Grove offers a contemporary, timber style moulding in timeless colours.
Palio – A traditional elegant duo available in profile 20h x 20w x 14rh 7rw in Black/Silver (AI99301) and White/Gold (AI99302). Italian Classics, manufactured in Italy using only the finest timbers.
Romantica - A traditional collection with a classic Tuscany look and soft vintage tones. Romantica is very versatile and perfect for everyday use. Available in profile size 20h x 20w x 16rh x 7rw in Gold (AI99201), Silver (AI99202) and White/Silver (AI99204). These Italian Classic mouldings are manufactured in Italy using only the finest of timbers.
Mosman
A traditional stained timber moulding with earthy undertones. Mosman features a subtle distressed finish that creates a unique, aged look. Mosman is available in Black in two profile sizes A88501 19h x 50w x 13rh x 7rw & A88601 29h x 100w x 12rh x 6rw.
Pasadena
Using layers of unique timber veneers and warm aged leather colours, Pasadena combines an old world finish with a contemporary profile creating a versatile moulding with unlimited applications. Available in two colours Charcoal & Mocha and profile size 22h x 68w x 15rw x 7rw.
Natural Timber Style.
Timeless colours . This contemporary range is available in five
profiles and in selected colours, Grey, Camel, White and Black.
A colourful collection inspired by the beautiful and
romantic Amalfi Coast, designed and made in Italy . Available in Black, Cherry, Orange,
Navy & Olive in profile size h15 x w22
x rh12.
Natural European oak veneer, finest ayous timber & easy to cut and join. Can be stained and coloured or used in its natural state, very versatile. Designed and made in Italy, the home of picture frame moulding. Available in a range of everyday profiles including canvas frames.
Classic looks and quality combine to bring a touch of class with this gorgeous range of mouldings. Designed and made in Italy , the home of picture frame moulding. Available in two profile sizes 27h x 25w x 5rh (AI970) and 18h x 18w x 6rh (AI971).
Striking in Black, Arousing in Red and Wow in White, these glamorous glossy mouldings are designed to excite and inspire! Available in profile size 15h x 35w x 6rh (AI976).
We
have now added colours Guacomole, Medium Green, Kingfisher Blue, Powder Blue,
Violet, Blush & Powder Pink, into the Large Paintbox profile range. Now
both the Large (AI962) and small Paintbox (AI916) ranges have the same popular
colours.
This gorgeous NEW range of ready
made photo frames, is suited to several design styles, French Country, Shabby
Chic & Rustic to name a few. Always in fashion & very versatile . Made
from solid timber. Frames can stand or hang horizontally or vertically.
Fusion frames, a home décor must have, beautiful and right on trend with these lovely bright colours! Composed of natural timber with a contrasting edge this gorgeous shadow box frame looks fabulous en masse or as a standalone piece.
Available in 4 x 6”, 5 x 7”, 6 x 8” & 8 x 10” in Black, White, Blue, Red & Yellow
Available NOW! - For a unique range of rustic mouldings try our NEW ITALIAN CLASSICS RUSTICA range. This quality range of Italian mouldings is available in three colours and two flat profile. This collection is very versatile, just as suited to fine art as photography. Call us now for a sample range.
COMPETITIVELY PRICED, THE CRESCENT SELECT MATBOARD RANGE JUST GOT EVEN BETTER!
WE HAVE ADDED 80 NEW COLOURS, INCLUDING 10 NEW WHITES / CREAMS TO OUR STOCK RANGE.
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On 17th September 2014 Crescent released a new You Tube video on "understanding matboard quality"
A quick 5 minute video explaining what makes a matboard conservation quality and safe for art.
A must read for all custom framers.
Please click on the attached link to direct you to this helpful video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTebnxjo_FU
Avon is delighted to announce that it is holding it's first ever Trade Show in Auckland with international guests from Valiani, Crescent and Peterboro. The founder of Valiani, Franco Valiani will be here to talk about his company's computerised matcutting machines, Kathleen Schaefer, the Director of International sales from Crescent will give a presentation on the Crescent matboard range and Bernard Ruhl the International Sales & Marketing Manager for Peterboro will discuss the Peterboro matboard range. There will be substantial discounts on the night on machinery and other products with machinery demonstrations and delicious food and drink.
We welcomed Penny Swan to our sales team in May. Penny is our new Account Manager for Christchurch. Penny loves art and is a member of various art groups in Christchurch and is already known to a number of our customers. Penny spent a week with Sue visiting a number of customers and said she was "disappointed" when the week ended as she had so much fun. Penny will be a great addition to our team.
Three new Italian Classic ranges were introduced in April, the colourful Paintbox range with many bright colours to liven up a wall, the Sigaro range of three lovely rich wood colours with a classic contemporary look and the Fiore range of stunning gold, silver, white and black semi ornate profiles. Another new range was also released - Havana , faux timber designed to imitate natural, heavy grain timbers. These are beautiful with a deep grain finish and look amazing once joined and around artwork.
We have two extensive matboard ranges to offer our customers - Crescent & Peterboro. There is a colour for every work of art. Both Crescent and Peterboro are licensed by the Fine Art Trade Guild. As well as a huge range of colours and specialty textures and suedes we have supersized boards available in the Crescent range from March 2014.
