About Us

Florida Picture Framers – Crafting Excellence Since 1981

Founded in 1981, Florida Picture Framers has grown from a small neighborhood workshop into South Africa’s largest and most renowned custom picture framing manufacturer. For over four decades, we’ve been trusted by artists, collectors, galleries, designers, and individuals to deliver framing of the highest standard—blending craftsmanship, innovation, and conservation expertise.

Leaders in Bespoke Gallery & Corporate Framing

At Florida Picture Framers, we don’t just build frames—we create bespoke presentations that elevate and protect every artwork, photograph, or treasured item. Our manufacturing facility has the ability to produce any moulding, finish, or profile to suit specific requirements, from contemporary gallery-style frames to ornate traditional pieces.

We work with:

  • Private collectors & homeowners looking to preserve their memories.
  • Galleries & museums requiring archival standards.
  • Hotels, corporates, and developers needing custom-designed mouldings, artworks, and large-scale installations.

A Legacy of Expertise & Leadership

Our founder, Charles Gray,serves as a Director of the Fine Art Trade Guild in the United Kingdom, the global authority on picture framing standards. Which places us at the very heart of international developments in the framing industry.

Florida Picture Framers proudly holds three Fine Art Trade Guild Certified Framer titles, including the prestigious Advanced Certification in Conservation Framing—a mark of true excellence in preserving and protecting artworks to the highest global standards.

We also hold an ArtSure Accredited Printer qualification, further extending our expertise into the field of high-quality fine art printing. This means our customers can trust that every print, whether a museum-quality giclée or a large production run, meets exacting standards for colour accuracy, longevity, and professional finish.

What Our Expertise Means for You

Our certifications aren’t just awards on paper—they’re a promise to every customer. Choosing Florida Picture Framers means:

  • Your Artwork is Protected for Generations
    Conservation framing techniques shield your photographs, artworks, and memorabilia from UV light, acid damage, and environmental stress.
  • Every Frame & Print Meets International Standards
    With Fine Art Trade Guild and ArtSure accreditation, you can be confident that each frame and print meets strict, globally recognized benchmarks for quality, precision, and durability.
  • Museum-Level Presentation & Printing
    Whether framing or printing, we deliver results worthy of gallery and museum walls. Giclée prints and production runs alike are handled with the same care.
  • Peace of Mind with Every Project
    From heirlooms to high-value artworks, from single fine art editions to bulk production prints—we apply the same meticulous care and expertise to every order.

Why Choose Us?

  • Heritage & Experience – Over 40 years of industry-leading framing in South Africa.
  • International Recognition – Guild-certified and led by a Trade Guild Director.
  • Accredited Expertise – Multiple Fine Art Trade Guild certifications, including Advanced Conservation.
  • Custom Manufacturing – Every moulding and finish produced in-house.
  • Comprehensive Service – From consultation and design to printing, mounting, and installation.
  • Nationwide Shipping – We carefully box, crate, and ship artworks anywhere in South Africa.
  • Unmatched Turnaround – Fast, reliable delivery that meets even the tightest deadlines without compromising quality.

Florida Picture Framers remains committed to the same principles that inspired us at the beginning: passion for art, commitment to excellence, the drive to frame every piece with care and integrity and at the heart of all this is to ensure our customers have the best possible experience driven by our passion for excellence.

Whether you’re an artist preparing for exhibition, a collector preserving a masterpiece, or a homeowner looking to frame your memories, we are here to frame it right—the first time, and for a lifetime.