Choosing the right picture frame glass (also known as glazing) is one of the most important parts of any custom framing project. The right glass doesn’t just protect your artwork, it also enhances how it looks hanging on your wall.
At Frame Today, we use industry-leading glazing including the Tru Vue range to ensure your framed pieces are beautifully presented and well protected for years to come. Whether you need clarity, UV protection, or anti-glare performance, our framers can help you find the perfect option.
Why the Right Glass Matters
Glass is more than a finishing touch. It protects against dust, moisture, and fading while ensuring colours and details remain true to life. The right glazing can dramatically reduce reflection, filter harmful UV rays, and preserve the vibrancy of your art, photos, prints, and memorabilia.
Our Framing Glass Range
We offer a premium selection of Tru Vue glass options, trusted by museums, photographers, and professional framers worldwide.
Tru Vue Premium Clear® Glass
A high-quality, clear glass that provides excellent colour accuracy and a polished, distortion-free view. Ideal for everyday framing where glare control and UV damage aren't a priority.
Tru Vue UltraVue® (UV70) Glass
Combines outstanding clarity with 70% UV protection, making it a great choice for framing photographs and artwork in rooms with controlled light or items not sensitive to UV damage. Minimal reflection and virtually invisible, so often referred to as “invisible glass”.
Tru Vue Classic AR® Glass
With anti-reflective (AR) coating on both sides, this glass delivers exceptional transparency and true colour transmission. A smart option for detailed or high-contrast works less sensitive to UV damage.
Tru Vue Reflection Control® Glass
A lightly etched surface helps reduce glare from ambient light. The matte finish offers subtle diffusion for softer presentation while maintaining clarity of the image.
Tru Vue Conservation Clear® Glass
Provides 99% UV protection to help prevent fading and damage caused by sunlight and indoor lighting. Perfect for preserving original artworks, limited edition prints, certificates, and treasured mementoes.
Tru Vue Museum Glass®
The gold standard in picture framing glass. Virtually invisible with 99% UV protection and less than 1% reflection. Chosen by galleries and collectors to protect and showcase priceless works.
Our Framing Acrylic Range
For larger pieces or spaces where safety and weight are a concern, acrylic glazing is an excellent alternative to glass. It’s lighter, shatter-resistant, and available in the same premium finishes.
Acrylic Clear
Durable, shatter resistance, lightweight, and crystal clear. Ideal for large frames, high-traffic areas, and children’s rooms.
Tru Vue Premium Clear® Acrylic
Provides the clarity of glass with the safety and lightness of acrylic. Great for commercial and travel-friendly applications.
Tru Vue Conservation Clear® Acrylic
Combines the benefits of acrylic with 99% UV protection and shatter resistance, making it perfect for valuable or irreplaceable items displayed in bright environments.
Tru Vue Optimum Museum Acrylic®
Museum-grade clarity and protection. Virtually eliminates reflection while filtering 99% of UV light. Anti-static and shatter resistant. Used by the world’s leading museums for priceless collections.
For more information on the Tru Vue range visit Tru Vue.
Which Glazing Do I Need?
Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide which glazing is right for your piece.
Picture Frame Glass Options
Glazing Type | Anti-Glare | UV Protection | Colour Optimisation | Recommended For |
Tru Vue Premium Clear Glass | ✗ | 45% | ★★★★★ True to original tones | Everyday framing where UV exposure is not a concern |
Tru Vue Ultra Vue (UV70) Glass | ★★★★☆ | 70% | ★★★★★ Natural colour balance | Photos & art in bright rooms not sensitive to UV damage |
Tru Vue Classic AR Glass | ★★★★★ | 78% | ★★★★★ High fidelity viewing | High-detail artworks less sensitive to UV damage |
Tru Vue Reflection Control Glass | ★★★★★ | 45% | ★★★☆☆ Soft diffused tones | Items not sensitive to UV in rooms with indirect light |
Tru Vue Conservation Clear Glass | ✗ | 99% | ★★★★☆ Colour preservation | Valuable works needing UV protection |
Tru Vue Museum Glass | ★★★★★ | 99% | ★★★★★ Superior colour accuracy | Premium display pieces |
Picture Frame Acrylic Options
Glazing Type | Anti-Glare | UV Protection | Colour Optimisation | Recommended For |
Antons Acrylic Clear | ✗ | 40% | ★★★★☆ | Everyday or large framing |
Tru Vue Premium Clear Acrylic | ✗ | 90% | ★★★★☆ | Lightweight, shatter-resistant displays |
Tru Vue Conservation Clear Acrylic | ✗ | 99% | ★★★★★ | Valuable works in bright environments |
Tru Vue Optimum Museum Acrylic | ★★★★★ | 99% | ★★★★★ | Museum-grade or high-value pieces |
Experience Premium Glazing Differences at Frame Today
Nothing beats seeing the difference that premium glazing makes. Visit your nearest Frame Today store to compare the glass types side by side and find the perfect fit for your artwork or memorabilia.