17. SOURCES  OF SUPPLIES

Since large quantities of materials are not generally needed in picture framing work, except for a few highly specialized items, all sup­plies can be purchased economically in retail stores. For this reason, only general classifications have been made. Some materials are sold under various trade names but are often made by the same manufacturer; it is difficult to detect any difference among them ex­cept price. If the retail stores in your locality do not handle a particular item, write to supply houses in large cities. It is also suggested that one refer to classi­fied sections of telephone directories.

Adhesives:

Ground glue Rabbit skin glue Synthetic resin glue White glue

Source:   Artists supply, hardware and paint

stores Synthetic latex

Source:   Wholesale adhesive manufacturers

Fitting and Hand Tools:

Source:   Hardware stores

Glass:

Source: Hardware stores or wholesale glass dealers

Mat and Mounting Board:

Source: Artists supply stores or wholesale cardboard dealers

Mat Knives:

Source:   Artists supply or hardware stores

Miter Vises and Combination Miter Vise and Saw:

Source:   Hardware stores or mail order houses

Moldings:

Builders finish

Source:   Lumber dealers Picture frame

Source: See classified telephone directory or write to Chamber of Commerce of nearest city

Painting and Finishing Materials:

Source: Artists supply, hardware or paint stores

Point-setter:

Source:   Hardware stores

Power Tools:

Source:   Hardware stores or mail order houses

Repair Sticks:

Source:   Paint stores

Rollers and Straightedges:

Source:   Hardware stores