How do you stretch and mount a canvas painting?

I have a canvas oil painting and want to stretch and mount it on a simple wooden frame. It seems like it should be easy, right? I have a staple gun too. Any recommendations? Guidelines?

Go to an art supply store and buy a pair of canvas stretching pliers to help you keep hold of the canvas. Starting in the middle of the frame put your first staple in, use a tack hammer to make sure the staples are in well then move to the opposite side of the frame and repeat then move the one of the other sides that you haven’t put a staple in and repeat the stapling. Do this on all four sides working from the middle to the corners the fold the corners over and staple. If it’s still a little loose, take a sponge really wet and go over the back of the painting allowing it to dry over night. It will pull the canvas tighter as the water dries.

Mixed Media Canvas Painting – Combining Art Inspiration

Coffee House Cup Java Silhouette Wall Art Metal Mug $10.95 Hang this fun stack of coffee cups in the kitchen for a fun bostro look. Light metal black finish cut out coffee cup design is perfect for a whimsical decor accent. Easy to hang and will enliven any bare spot you have in the kitchen….

Sargent Art 22-5105 Adult Artist Apron $2.38 This artist apron is made of a cool breathable material, and is lightweight and comfortable for adults. The neckline can be adjusted by adding a simple knot. The art apron can be used for pottery, painting, sculpting, and more! Great for teachers and more mature students….

Canvas Child Light Pink Apron $6.99 Canvas Child-Size Light Pink Apron. Each piece bar coded. 28″ x 19 1/4″ with two 22″ ties….

Painting The Roses $15.99 Painting The Roses by CanvasThis product is manufactured on demand using CD-R recordable media. Amazon.com’s standard return policy will apply….

The Future of Graffiti DVD Painting Techniques (Eaz, Ces, Cope, Zephyr, T-Kid) $39.95 Produced by influential graffiti style king EazOne, under his movie company EazOne Productions, The Future of Graffiti is the ultimate graffiti how-to DVD! This DVD is excellent for beginners or those who want to add a little extra to their style. It covers many essential aspects of graffiti such as sketching, lettering, wall preparation, shading, caps, can handling, productions and characters. It…

Canvas Painting Made Easy! The Beginners Guide To Canvas Painting – AUDIOBOOK $19.00 This informative CD will guide you through the steps of painting on canvas. You will discover who some of the great artists were. With the information on this CD you can learn to paint just like them. Understand their techniques. Learn how to use references. Determine what is a good subject matter for you to paint.Here are the table of contents inside of Canvas Painting Made Easy!:- Chapter 1 -…

Asante Market Women Canvas Painting (Ghana) $221.99 Brighten any room in your home with this unique fine canvas art painting from artist Jomo BasariBasari is an Ewe Tribesman of GhanaThis canvas art painting depicts a scene where tribal women are fetching water at a river bank

‘Are You Happy’ Original Canvas Painting (Thailand) $92.99 Decorate your home with original art from Thailand that will add a special touch to any room. This canvas painting portrays an endearing Boston terrier that just wants to see you happy.

‘Where Do You Go’ Original Canvas Painting (Thailand) $106.99 Decorate your home with original art from Thailand that will add a special touch to any room. This canvas painting depicts an adorable puppy dog just waiting for you to take him home.

Nana Kojo ‘African Drummer’ Unframed Canvas Painting (Ghana) $57.99 Artist: Nana Kojo Title: African Drummer Product type: Unframed canvas painting

Painting on Green Canvas $16.95 Painting on Green Canvas

Painting on a Canvas $10.95 Part of the successful Kids Activity Book series, Painting on a Canvas is the perfect activity book for children who love to paint…

Palm Trees Acrylic Painting On Canvas $39.99 Derek Mccrea Palm Trees Acrylic Painting On Canvas – Giclee Print

Oil on Canvas Cherries Painting $2700 Add the luxe charm of Italian art to your home gallery with Tuscan cherries handpainted in oil on canvas. Frame included. Handpainted in Italy.