Canvas Stretching

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  Step 1

  After choosing a size, piece your stretcher bars together to form a frame

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  Step 2

  Line up the grain of the canvas with the frame to ease stretching. Cut your canvas to give you an extra 3-6” margin to stretch.

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  Step 3

  Pull canvas around and begin stapling each side from the middle, then tap staples with a hammer if needed.

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  Step 4

  Next staple the opposite side and repeat the process working outward. Canvas pliers pull the canvas tight and free your other hand for stapling. Fold corners as you would a gift and staple.

  Other tips:
  -Braces can be attached before you stretch for added support.
  -Keys are placed in the corners of stretcher bars after stretching to tighten both the frame and the canvas.

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