Canvas Stretcher Bars
Explore our wide range of high-quality wood and aluminum stretcher frames, designed to provide exceptional support and longevity for your artwork. Whether you need economical options for small prints or heavy-duty frames for large canvases, our selection ensures your art is displayed beautifully and securely.
Wood Stretcher Bars
Basic Profile
13/16” deep | 6-36 inches (15–92 cm)
An economical choice for small to medium-sized canvases, ideal for prints-on-canvas and light-duty applications.
Standard Profile
13/16” deep | 10-60 inches (25-153 cm)
A very popular profile for small to medium-sized frames, providing strong and stable support for canvases up to 60 inches.
Professional Profile
1 ⅛” deep | 10-72 inches (25–183 cm)
A thicker profile designed for larger canvases, offering extra clearance and strong support for artists who apply heavy pressure.
Gallery Profile
1 ½” deep | 6-60 inches (15–153 cm)
Designed for economical gallery-wrap display with light-duty use such as print-to-canvas, these bars are easy to stretch and feature a unique single-key-per-corner construction.
Heavy-Duty Basic Profile
1-⅝” deep | 24-84 inches (61–214 cm)
Economical and reliable, this laminated design provides stable support for medium to large canvases with a substantial setback.
Heavy-Duty Standard Profile
2 ¼” deep | Up to 120 inches (305 cm)
Most commonly-used large format stretcher profile. Splice joints on bars longer than 96” allow large frames to be shipped by courier.
Heavy-Duty Professional Profile
2 ¼” deep | Up to 144 inches (366 cm)
Ideal for very large frames or smaller frames where very high tension is required. Thicker profile also provides extra “set-back” space between the canvas and stretcher components.
Extra-Deep Profile
2 to 6” deep | 12-84 inches (30-214 cm)
A very popular profile for small to medium-sized frames, developed for artists wanting extra-deep yet lightweight and affordable canvas stretchers.
Extra-Heavy-Duty Standard Stretcher Bar Profile
2 ⅜” deep | 10-20 feet (3-6 meters)
For oversized projects that require structural strength for a well-tensioned canvas.
Extra-Heavy-Duty Professional Stretcher Bar Profile
3” deep | 10-20+ feet (3-6+ meters)
For oversized projects that require structural strength for a well-tensioned canvas.
Custom Panel Stretchers
For those who like to work on canvas but require a sturdier backing for their process, panel stretchers are a good option.
A panel layer is added to a modified stretcher frame and can be removed after the artwork is complete or left in place.
Aluminum Stretcher Bars
Perfect for very large frames or fluctuating environmental conditions - available in 27mm or 40mm thicknesses for superior durability.
Our premium architectural-grade aluminum stretchers are ideal for very large canvases (up to 50 ft or more!), as well as in the following situations:
- where a thinner canvas is desired in a large size
- in challenging environments, including fluctuating temperature and humidity
- where tolerances for movement within the stretcher frame are very small
- where fire code regulations make the use of wooden stretchers unacceptable
- where artists wish to keep a "master frame" for painting which will stand up to repeated reuse
A mechanical keying system allows full adjustment of canvas tightness on the bars and braces. Learn more about our aluminum stretcher bars here.
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27mm Aluminum Profile
Available online from 24-90 inches (61-229 cm). Contact us for sizes up to 50+ feet (15+ meters).
40mm Aluminum Profile
Available online from 24-90 inches (61-229 cm). Contact us for sizes up to 50+ feet (15+ meters).
Custom Profiles
If you need something different than you see above, we can customize a solution perfectly crafted to meet the unique dimensions and specifications of any project. From extra-large frames to unique shapes and profiles, we offer support tailored to your needs.
Request a quoteBenefits of Our Stretcher Frames
Experience the difference that professional-quality stretcher frames can make in showcasing and preserving your artwork. Choose Upper Canada Stretchers for reliable, customizable, and artist-approved solutions.
Support from Small to Huge!
With profiles designed to support artworks from 6 inches to 50 feet or more, our frames provide unwavering support for canvases of all sizes.
Superior Materials
Crafted from premium-grade wood and architectural-grade aluminum, our stretcher frames ensure longevity and stability for your artwork.
Custom Solutions
Tailor-made frames to fit unique dimensions and specifications, and accurate within 1/16” (1mm), ensuring a perfect match for every piece of art.
Precision Construction
Meticulous engineering and craftsmanship guarantees straight and true frames, enhancing the visual appeal of your artwork.
Sectional Designs
For practical and affordable shipping, all frames over 96” are created with splice joints, designed for easy assembly and strong support for the finished artwork.
Adjustable Tension
All of our wooden and aluminum stretcher profiles and braces are keyable, allowing precise adjustments to the canvas tension and preventing unsightly sagging and damage.
